HR 457: Jamil, Kito; commend

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Kito Jamil, President of the community organization New Era Atlanta. The resolution describes his work supporting underserved communities, educating residents on their rights, backing Black-owned businesses, and running youth-focused programs such as the Youth Aviation Program and Black Girls Have Tea Parties Too. It also highlights his Mental Wealth initiative, which frames mental health awareness around the idea of personal wealth to encourage community conversations about emotional well-being. The resolution does not change any Georgia law; it simply recognizes and commends Jamil and directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for him.

• Formally recognizes and commends Kito Jamil for his leadership as President of New Era Atlanta.
• Describes and praises specific programs he has run, including the Youth Aviation Program and Black Girls Have Tea Parties Too.
• Highlights the Mental Wealth initiative as an effort to reduce stigma around mental health in the community.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Kito Jamil.

This resolution directly names and honors Kito Jamil and the organization New Era Atlanta. It does not impose obligations on other Georgians, agencies, or businesses; its effect is limited to formal recognition by the Georgia House of Representatives.

The resolution carries no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians generally. Its significance is symbolic: it publicly records the Georgia House's appreciation for one community leader's youth, business support, and mental health awareness programs in metro Atlanta.

• The whereas clauses describe Kito Jamil's role as President of New Era Atlanta and his community initiatives, including support for underserved residents and Black-owned businesses.
• The resolved clause formally commends Jamil for his contributions to Atlanta and Georgia communities and wishes him continued success.
• A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to Jamil.

1. 2025-02-28House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2025-02-28House First Readers (House)
3. 2025-02-28House Hopper (House)

• Eric Bell (D, HD-75)Primary sponsor

• community leadership
• mental health awareness
• youth programs
• Atlanta
• ceremonial resolution