HR 402: Reign Over Cancer Inc.; commend

This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honors Reign Over Cancer Inc., a nonprofit organization founded by Reign Stevens, a breast cancer survivor. The resolution describes the organization's work partnering with grassroots groups and medical professionals to raise awareness about life after cancer treatment and to support survivors and their families. The resolution notes that the organization has given Christmas gifts to hundreds of children of cancer survivors, whom it calls 'silent survivors' because they are affected by their parents' battles with cancer. The House resolution commends the organization for its contributions to the state and directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to the organization. It does not change any Georgia law, create funding, or impose any requirements.

• Formally commends Reign Over Cancer Inc. for its service to communities in Georgia.
• Recognizes founder Reign Stevens, a breast cancer survivor who works as a lobbyist, community organizer, legislative aide, and certified life coach.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to the organization.
• Extends the House's best wishes for the organization's continued success.

The resolution directly names Reign Over Cancer Inc. and its founder Reign Stevens. It also references the children of cancer survivors that the organization supports, described in the text as 'silent survivors.'

This is a ceremonial honor with no legal or financial effect. It does not create funding, change any Georgia statute, or impose obligations on anyone. Its practical effect is limited to public recognition of the nonprofit's work and a copy of the resolution presented to the organization.

• The resolution's whereas clauses describe the founding and mission of Reign Over Cancer Inc. and its founder Reign Stevens.
• The resolved clause formally commends the organization for its contributions to Georgia citizens.
• A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy available for distribution to the organization.

1. 2025-02-26House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2025-02-26House First Readers (House)
3. 2025-02-26House Hopper (House)

• Patty Marie Stinson (D, HD-150)Primary sponsor
• Derrick Jackson (D, HD-68)
• Carolyn Hugley (D, HD-141)

• cancer support organizations
• nonprofit recognition
• Georgia House resolutions
• community service