Georgia CommonsHouse · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session
HR 455: Holder, Terry; induction into the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame; commend
Last action February 28, 2025 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally congratulates former high school coach Terry Holder on his induction into the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame, honoring his decades-long coaching career.
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In plain language
This House resolution is a ceremonial measure honoring Terry Holder, a longtime Georgia high school baseball and football coach, for his induction into the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame. It recounts his coaching record, including a 588-183 career baseball record, eight state championships, a 61-game winning streak with Evans High School, and his brief tenure as Greenbrier High School's first head football coach. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It simply states the House's congratulations and directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for presentation to Terry Holder.
What the bill does
- Formally congratulates Terry Holder on his induction into the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame.
- Recites his coaching accomplishments, including his win record, state championships, and a historic winning streak.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Holder.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement, as is typical for a commendatory resolution.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names and honors Terry Holder, a former coach at Evans High School, Greenbrier High School, and Wilkinson County High School. It has no direct effect on other individuals, agencies, or the public beyond this personal recognition.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or financial effect; it is a symbolic honor. Its practical significance is limited to publicly recognizing Terry Holder's coaching career in the official record of the Georgia House of Representatives.
Key provisions
- Recites Holder's coaching record of 588-183, ranking 13th in Georgia history for total wins.
- Notes his eight state championships and the 61-game winning streak achieved at Evans High School between 1988 and 1990.
- States the House's congratulations on his induction into the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame.
- Directs the Clerk of the House to provide a copy of the resolution to Terry Holder.
From the bill
“the members of this body congratulate Terry Holder upon the grand occasion of his induction into the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Gary Richardson (R, HD-125)
- Rob Clifton (R, HD-131)
Topics
- Georgia Sports Hall of Fame
- high school sports
- legislative commendation
- baseball coaching