HR 313: Smith, Nolan Sental, Jr.; inspiring journey and achievements; commend

This is a commendation resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives, a type of bill that expresses honor or recognition rather than changing any law. It recounts the life and achievements of Nolan Sental Smith Jr., born in Savannah in 2001, from his youth football career through Calvary Day School and IMG Academy, his time at the University of Georgia where he helped win two College Football Playoff National Championships, and his selection by the Philadelphia Eagles in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft. The resolution also highlights his community involvement through the Nolan Smith Foundation, which supports young athletes. It closes by having the House of Representatives formally congratulate him and directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for delivery to him. It creates no new rules, funding, or legal obligations.

• Formally commends Nolan Sental Smith Jr. for his football achievements and community involvement, with no legal or regulatory effect.
• Recounts his athletic career from youth leagues through the University of Georgia and his selection by the Philadelphia Eagles.
• Recognizes the Nolan Smith Foundation's work supporting young athletes in the community.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Smith.

This resolution directly names and honors Nolan Sental Smith Jr. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who is tasked with preparing and distributing a copy of the document to him.

The resolution has no effect on Georgia law, funding, or policy. Its practical effect is symbolic: it creates an official record of the General Assembly's recognition of Smith's achievements, which he receives as a formal keepsake.

• The whereas clauses detail Smith's biography, football career at the University of Georgia, and his 2023 NFL Draft selection by the Philadelphia Eagles.
• The resolved clause formally honors and congratulates Smith on behalf of the House of Representatives.
• The final clause directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Smith.

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• Carl Gilliard (D, HD-162)Primary sponsor
• Ron Stephens (R, HD-164)
• Bill Hitchens (R, HD-161)
• Edna Jackson (D, HD-165)
• Anne Westbrook (D, HD-163)
• Jesse Petrea (R, HD-166)

• commendation resolution
• University of Georgia football
• NFL Draft
• Savannah Georgia