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title: HR 409. Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority (MBCIA); exceptional contributions to economic development, investment attraction, and community partnerships in Macon-Bibb County; commend
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date: 2025-02-26
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bill_number: HR 409
session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
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chamber: House
bill_type: resolution
status_date: 2025-02-26
last_action: House Read and Adopted
sponsors:
  - Tangie Herring
  - Anissa Jones
  - Floyd Griffin
  - Miriam Paris
  - Dale Washburn
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  - economic development
  - Macon-Bibb County
  - industrial authority
  - legislative commendation
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# HR 409. Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority (MBCIA); exceptional contributions to economic development, investment attraction, and community partnerships in Macon-Bibb County; commend

## Text

House Resolution 409
By: Representatives Herring of the 145th, Jones of the 143rd, Griffin of the 149th, Paris of the
142nd, and Washburn of the 144th
A RESOLUTION
Commending the Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority (MBCIA) for its exceptional
contributions to economic development, investment attraction, and community partnerships
in Macon-Bibb County; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, the MBCIA has demonstrated outstanding leadership in fostering economic
growth, culminating in over $1 billion in investments in Macon-Bibb County during 2024;
and
WHEREAS, significant milestones achieved under the MBCIA's guidance include Irving
Tissue's announcement of a nearly $600 million expansion, adding at least 100 new jobs to
its Macon facility; First Quality Baby Products' announcement of a $418 million expansion,
further strengthening the local economy; YKK USA's celebration of 50 years of operation
in Macon, exemplifying long-term industrial commitment; and Embraer's reaffirmation of
its dedication to the region by signing a new 15-year lease, ensuring continued operations in
Macon; and
WHEREAS, the MBCIA has facilitated substantial contributions to local development and
education through the Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) Program, including a $1,941,643
check presented to the Bibb County School District, accepted by Superintendent Dan Sims,
and a $1,929,580 check presented to Macon-Bibb County, accepted by Mayor Lester Miller;
and
WHEREAS, these strategic initiatives and partnerships have significantly enhanced the
economic landscape of Macon-Bibb County, creating employment opportunities, expanding
the tax base, and improving the quality of life for residents.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body commend the Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority for its
exemplary efforts in driving economic development, attracting substantial investments, and
fostering collaborative relationships that benefit the entire community.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the members of this body recognize Board Chair Robby
Fountain, Executive Director Stephen Adams, and the leadership and staff of the
Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority for their dedication, vision, and effective execution
of strategies that have positioned Macon-Bibb County as a premier destination for business
and industry.
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
Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority.

## Summaries written by Georgia Commons

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A Georgia House resolution formally commends the Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority for economic development efforts that the resolution says brought over $1 billion in investment to Macon-Bibb County in 2024.

### Plain-language summary

This is a commendation resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives, not a law that changes rights or requirements. It praises the Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority (MBCIA) for what the resolution describes as more than $1 billion in economic investment in Macon-Bibb County during 2024, including expansions by Irving Tissue and First Quality Baby Products, YKK USA's 50 years of operation, and Embraer's new 15-year lease.
The resolution also highlights payments made through the Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) Program to the Bibb County School District and Macon-Bibb County government. It formally recognizes MBCIA's Board Chair, Executive Director, and staff, and directs the Clerk of the House to send a copy of the resolution to the MBCIA. It does not create any new law, funding, or regulation.

### What it does

- Formally commends the Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority for economic development, investment attraction, and community partnerships in Macon-Bibb County.
- Recognizes specific named individuals, including Board Chair Robby Fountain and Executive Director Stephen Adams, for their leadership of MBCIA.
- Cites specific investment figures and business milestones, including expansions by Irving Tissue and First Quality Baby Products and a lease renewal by Embraer, as the basis for the commendation.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to the MBCIA.
- Creates no new statute, funding, regulation, or penalty; it is a symbolic statement of praise adopted by the House.

### Who it affects

The resolution directly names and honors the Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority, its Board Chair Robby Fountain, its Executive Director Stephen Adams, and its staff. It also references the Bibb County School District, Macon-Bibb County government, and several private companies operating in Macon.

### Why it matters

Because this is a commendation rather than a law, it has no direct legal or financial effect on Georgians. Its practical significance is symbolic: a formal, public acknowledgment by the Georgia House recognizing the economic development work credited to the MBCIA in Macon-Bibb County.

### Key provisions

- The first resolving clause commends the MBCIA for driving economic development, attracting investment, and fostering community partnerships in Macon-Bibb County.
- The second resolving clause specifically recognizes Board Chair Robby Fountain, Executive Director Stephen Adams, and MBCIA's leadership and staff by name.
- The final resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to the MBCIA.
- The preamble (whereas clauses) cites specific figures, such as a nearly $600 million Irving Tissue expansion and PILOT Program payments of $1,941,643 and $1,929,580, as the factual basis for the commendation.

## Status

- Status: Passed (2025-02-26)
- Last action: House Read and Adopted (2025-02-26)
- Sponsors: Tangie Herring, Anissa Jones, Floyd Griffin, Miriam Paris, Dale Washburn
- Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/70872

> The history, votes, and amendments (131 characters) are at https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr409.md?full=1