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title: "HR 360. Small Business Day at the state capitol; March 5, 2025; commending the \"Capitalize Georgia: Empowering Financial Futures and Business Excellence Symposium\"; recognize"
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cite_as: HR 360, 2025-2026 Regular Session (Ga.)
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date: 2025-02-21
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bill_number: HR 360
session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
session_slug: 2025-2026
chamber: House
bill_type: resolution
status_date: 2025-02-21
last_action: House Read and Adopted
sponsors:
  - Billy Mitchell
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  - small business
  - financial literacy
  - state capitol events
  - legislative commendation
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# HR 360. Small Business Day at the state capitol; March 5, 2025; commending the "Capitalize Georgia: Empowering Financial Futures and Business Excellence Symposium"; recognize

## Text

House Resolution 360
By: Representative Mitchell of the 88th
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing March 5, 2025, as Small Business Day at the state capitol and commending the
"Capitalize Georgia: Empowering Financial Futures and Business Excellence Symposium";
and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, the State of Georgia recognizes the vital contributions of small businesses to
economic prosperity, job creation, and community development across the state; and
WHEREAS, Small Business Day, celebrated on March 5, 2025, highlights the
entrepreneurial spirit and resilience of small business owners and their role as a cornerstone
of Georgia's economy; and
WHEREAS, the "Capitalize Georgia: Empowering Financial Futures and Business
Excellence Symposium," held on Small Business Day at the Georgia State Capitol,
exemplifies Georgia's commitment to advancing financial literacy, business excellence, and
empowerment; and
WHEREAS, the symposium is led by esteemed hosts Dr. Jacqueline Mohair, Dr. Sonya
Hamm, and Dr. Dorothea (Dee) Dawkins-Haigler, whose leadership and dedication have
been pivotal in creating this impactful event; and
WHEREAS, the commendable support and leadership of Rep. Billy Mitchell in welcoming
and promoting this symposium underscore the Georgia House of Representatives' dedication
to supporting small businesses and fostering economic growth; and
WHEREAS, this symposium features a distinguished lineup of speakers, including Dr.
Dorothea (Dee) Dawkins-Haigler, Dr. Jacqueline Mohair, Dr. Sonya Hamm, Rep. Doreen
Carter, Ms. Teresa Hardy, Rep. Dar'shun Kendrick, Ms. Erica-Antoinette Slaton, Dr. Tanya
Wiley Brown, Dr. Angela Cudger, and Rep. Billy Mitchell, each providing invaluable
insights into financial literacy and entrepreneurial success; and
WHEREAS, the event is made possible through collaboration with renowned organizations
such as the TIUA School of Business, The Organization of World Leaders, Top Ladies of
Distinction, and Trinity Girls Network Corp., which have significantly contributed to its
success; and
WHEREAS, the symposium serves as a vital platform for small business owners,
entrepreneurs, and community leaders to exchange ideas, network, and gain actionable
insights, advancing the financial well-being and business development of Georgia's small
business community.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body recognize March 5, 2025, as Small Business Day at the state
capitol and commend the "Capitalize Georgia: Empowering Financial Futures and Business
Excellence Symposium" as a cornerstone event for advancing financial literacy, business
excellence, and empowerment in the state.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to the
TIUA School of Business, The Organization of World Leaders, Top Ladies of Distinction,
Trinity Girls Network Corp., the public, and the press.

## Summaries written by Georgia Commons

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A Georgia House resolution designates March 5, 2025 as Small Business Day at the state capitol and commends a financial literacy and business symposium held there that day.

### Plain-language summary

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives, not a change to state law. It recognizes March 5, 2025 as Small Business Day at the state capitol and praises the "Capitalize Georgia: Empowering Financial Futures and Business Excellence Symposium," an event held at the Capitol that day focused on financial literacy and small business support.
The resolution names the symposium's hosts, speakers, and partner organizations, including the TIUA School of Business, The Organization of World Leaders, Top Ladies of Distinction, and Trinity Girls Network Corp. It directs the Clerk of the House to distribute copies of the resolution to those organizations, the public, and the press. It does not create any new program, funding, or legal requirement.

### What it does

- Formally recognizes March 5, 2025 as Small Business Day at the Georgia State Capitol.
- Commends the Capitalize Georgia symposium as an event supporting financial literacy and small business development.
- Names the symposium's hosts, featured speakers, and partner organizations in the resolution's text.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to distribute copies of the resolution to named organizations, the public, and the press.

### Who it affects

The resolution names the symposium's hosts (Dr. Jacqueline Mohair, Dr. Sonya Hamm, Dr. Dorothea Dawkins-Haigler), several state representatives and other speakers, and partner organizations including the TIUA School of Business, The Organization of World Leaders, Top Ladies of Distinction, and Trinity Girls Network Corp.

### Why it matters

As a commendation, the resolution carries no legal or financial effect and creates no new requirements for small businesses or state agencies. Its practical effect is limited to formal recognition and distribution of copies to the honored organizations, the public, and the press.

### Key provisions

- The resolving clause recognizes March 5, 2025 as Small Business Day at the state capitol and commends the named symposium.
- A further resolution directs the Clerk of the House to prepare and distribute copies to the TIUA School of Business, The Organization of World Leaders, Top Ladies of Distinction, Trinity Girls Network Corp., the public, and the press.
- The preamble (whereas clauses) lists the symposium's hosts, speakers, and sponsoring organizations but has no independent legal effect.

## Status

- Status: Passed (2025-02-21)
- Last action: House Read and Adopted (2025-02-21)
- Sponsors: Billy Mitchell
- Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/70687

> The history, votes, and amendments (131 characters) are at https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr360.md?full=1