HR 468: Historical significance of the 1911 Rand McNally map of White County, Georgia; commend

This House resolution recognizes the historical significance of a 1911 Rand McNally map of White County, Georgia. The map captured the county's geography, roads, and communities as they existed in the early 20th century, including many small settlements such as Kinsey, Leo, Loudsville, Nacoochee, Oculus, and others that no longer exist as recognized towns. The resolution walks through the history of these lost or absorbed communities, noting their roles in agriculture, gold mining, religion, and transportation. It resolves that the House recognizes the map's historical value and encourages further efforts to document and study White County's changing geography and cultural legacy. It also directs the Clerk of the House to make copies available to the public and press.

• Formally recognizes the historical significance of the 1911 Rand McNally map of White County, Georgia.
• Encourages further documentation, study, and public education about the county's evolving geography and cultural history.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make copies of the resolution available to the public and the press.
• Creates no new law, funding, or penalties, as it is a commemorative resolution rather than legislation.

This resolution mainly affects White County residents and historians interested in local heritage. It does not impose duties on businesses, agencies, or individuals beyond directing the Clerk of the House to distribute copies of the resolution.

While the resolution carries no legal force, it formally records the General Assembly's recognition of White County's historical communities and encourages continued preservation and study of local history, which could support future heritage or educational efforts.

• The resolution's whereas clauses describe nearly twenty vanished or absorbed communities shown on the 1911 map, including Kinsey, Leo, Loudsville, and Nacoochee.
• The resolved clause states that the House recognizes the map's historical significance and encourages further documentation and public education.
• A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press.

1. 2025-03-03House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2025-03-03House First Readers (House)
3. 2025-03-03House Hopper (House)

• Will Wade (R, HD-9)Primary sponsor
• Stan Gunter (R, HD-8)

• White County history
• Georgia historical preservation
• local heritage
• ceremonial resolutions