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HR 36: Ahmaud Arbery Foundation; commend

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House Resolution 36

By: Representatives Seabaugh of the 34th, Townsend of the 179th, DeLoach of the 167th, Sainz of the 180th, and Efstration of the 104th

A RESOLUTION

Recognizing and commending the Ahmaud Arbery Foundation; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, on February 23, 2020, Ahmaud Arbery, a vibrant and promising young man, tragically lost his life in an incident that reverberated across Georgia and the nation, shedding light on the urgent need for racial justice and equality; and

WHEREAS, in the wake of this heartbreaking loss, Ahmaud's mother, Ms. Wanda Cooper-Jones, demonstrated extraordinary strength and resilience by founding the Ahmaud Arbery Foundation, transforming her personal grief into a movement for meaningful change; and

WHEREAS, the Ahmaud Arbery Foundation is dedicated to promoting racial justice, fostering youth empowerment, and creating stronger, safer communities through advocacy, education, and outreach programs; and

WHEREAS, the foundation's work includes efforts to bridge divides, support marginalized communities, and inspire the next generation to embrace inclusion, equity, and fairness; and

WHEREAS, through the foundation, the legacy of Ahmaud Arbery serves as a call to action for all Georgians to work toward a society where every individual can live with dignity, safety, and the freedom to pursue their dreams; and

WHEREAS, the Ahmaud Arbery Foundation has become a symbol of hope and progress, reminding us that even in the face of adversity, compassion and determination can drive meaningful societal change.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body recognize and commend the Ahmaud Arbery Foundation for its vital work in promoting racial justice and youth empowerment as well as its unwavering commitment to building a better and more equitable Georgia. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the members of this body extend their deepest gratitude to Ms. Wanda Cooper-Jones for her courage and leadership as well as honor the enduring legacy of Ahmaud Arbery, whose story continues to inspire change across the state and beyond.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to the Ahmaud Arbery Foundation.