Georgia CommonsHR 355: Andrews, Katie; Central Forsyth High School; winning the 2024 GHSA 6A-7A State All Around Gymnastics Competition; commend
Last action February 21, 2025 · House Read and Adopted
A House resolution honors Katie Andrews of Central Forsyth High School for winning the 2024 GHSA 6A-7A State All Around Gymnastics Competition and for her academic achievement.
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In plain language
This resolution is a formal statement from the Georgia House of Representatives recognizing a specific student-athlete's accomplishments. It commends Katie Andrews of Central Forsyth High School for winning the 2024 GHSA 6A-7A State All Around Gymnastics Competition, noting she topped the bars and floor events and placed second in beam. It also highlights her 3.93 GPA and other competitive achievements, including qualifying for the 2024 Nationals and 2023-2024 Regionals. The resolution directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy for distribution to Andrews. It does not change any Georgia law, create funding, or impose any requirements; it is a ceremonial honor passed by the House.
What the bill does
- Formally commends Katie Andrews for winning the 2024 GHSA 6A-7A State All Around Gymnastics Competition.
- Recognizes her academic performance, specifically a 3.93 GPA, alongside her athletic achievements.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Andrews.
- Extends the House's best wishes for her future success without creating any binding legal obligation.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names and honors Katie Andrews, a student at Central Forsyth High School. It has no broader legal effect on other individuals, schools, or state agencies beyond the ceremonial recognition.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or financial consequences and changes no Georgia law. Its significance is symbolic: it gives official, public recognition from the state legislature to a student's athletic and academic accomplishments.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe Andrews' academic record (3.93 GPA) and competitive results, including the 2024 Nationals Qualifier and 2023-2024 Regionals Qualifier.
- The resolving clause formally commends Andrews for her achievements in gymnastics and academics.
- A further resolution directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy available for distribution to Andrews.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Katie Andrews on her remarkable achievements in both gymnastics and the classroom as well as extend best wishes for success in the future”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Brent Cox (R, HD-028)
- Lauren McDonald (R, HD-026)
- Rick Jasperse (R, HD-011)
- Carter Barrett (R, HD-024)
- Todd Jones (R, HD-025)
- David Clark (R, HD-100)
Topics
- student athletes
- gymnastics
- high school sports
- legislative commendation