Georgia CommonsHouse · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session
HR 479: Fletcher, Kathryn; chair of the Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants; commend
Last action March 3, 2025 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally honors Kathryn Fletcher for her service as chair of the Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants during the 2024-2025 fiscal year.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives recognizing Kathryn Fletcher, a certified public accountant, for her leadership as chair of the Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants. The resolution highlights her work promoting the accounting profession to students, advocating for financial literacy, and supporting innovation and ethics within the field. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Fletcher, serving as an official record of appreciation from the legislature.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Kathryn Fletcher for her service as chair of the Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Fletcher.
- Creates no new laws, funding, or regulatory changes since it is a ceremonial honor.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names Kathryn Fletcher, a certified public accountant, and references the Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants. It has no regulatory or financial effect on other individuals, businesses, or state agencies.
Why it matters
The resolution has no practical legal effect on Georgians; it serves as a public, official acknowledgment of one individual's professional service. It does not alter accounting regulations, licensing, or any other area of Georgia law.
Key provisions
- The resolution's whereas clauses describe Fletcher's leadership as GSCPA chair for the 2024-2025 fiscal year and her advocacy for financial literacy and youth engagement.
- The resolved clause formally commends Fletcher and wishes her success in future endeavors.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to provide a copy of the resolution to Fletcher.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Kathryn Fletcher for her exemplary service as chair of the Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- John Carson (R, HD-46)
- David Wilkerson (D, HD-38)
- Sharon Cooper (R, HD-45)
Topics
- ceremonial resolution
- certified public accountants
- Georgia House of Representatives
- professional recognition