Georgia CommonsHouse · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session
HR 498: Amos, Atlanta City Councilman Byron D.; commend
Last action March 4, 2025 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally commends Atlanta City Councilman Byron D. Amos for his public service, community development work, and time on the Atlanta Board of Education.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives, not a bill that changes any law. It honors Atlanta City Councilman Byron D. Amos, recounting his background as an Atlanta native from Vine City, his work as CEO of Capacity Builders, Inc., and his seven years representing District Two on the Atlanta Board of Education, where he helped create the first Atlanta Public School Equity Policy. The resolution states that the House recognizes and commends Amos for his public service and extends well wishes to him. It also directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Amos. It carries no funding, penalties, or changes to Georgia statute.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Atlanta City Councilman Byron D. Amos for his public service on behalf of the Georgia House of Representatives.
- Recounts his career history, including leading Capacity Builders, Inc. and serving on the Atlanta Board of Education.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Amos.
- Extends the House's best wishes to Amos for continued health and happiness; creates no new law, funding, or penalty.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names and honors Atlanta City Councilman Byron D. Amos. It does not impose obligations on any other group of Georgians, agencies, or businesses.
Why it matters
This resolution has no legal or regulatory effect; it does not change any Georgia law, create funding, or impose requirements. Its practical effect is limited to putting the House's official recognition of Amos's public service on the record.
Key provisions
- The resolving clause states that House members recognize and commend Councilman Byron D. Amos for his public service to Georgia.
- A further resolution directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy available for distribution to Amos.
- The 'whereas' clauses describe his biography and accomplishments but do not create any operative legal requirements.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Councilman Byron D. Amos for his efficient, effective, unselfish, and dedicated public service to the State of Georgia”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Segun Adeyina (D, HD-110)
- Arlene Beckles (D, HD-96)
- Bryce Berry (D, HD-56)
- Eric Bell (D, HD-75)
- Park Cannon (D, HD-58)
Topics
- commendation resolution
- Atlanta City Council
- Georgia House of Representatives
- public education advocacy