Georgia CommonsHouse · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session
HR 501: Martinez, John Reyes; commend
Last action March 4, 2025 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally commends Norcross Elementary School second-grader John Reyes Martinez for his artwork displayed at the Capitol Art Exhibit.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring John Reyes Martinez, a second-grade student at Norcross Elementary School. The resolution notes that he is the youngest student to represent his school at the Capitol Art Exhibit in 15 years, featuring a self portrait he made using oil pastels. The resolution recognizes his artistic and academic abilities and extends best wishes for his continued success. It also directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Martinez. The resolution does not change any Georgia law; it is a formal statement of praise passed by the House.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends John Reyes Martinez, a Norcross Elementary School second-grader, for his artwork and academic performance.
- States he is the youngest student to represent his school at the Capitol Art Exhibit in 15 years.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Martinez.
- Creates no changes to Georgia law, funding, or penalties; it is a ceremonial honor only.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names and honors one individual, John Reyes Martinez, a second-grade student at Norcross Elementary School. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who must prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to him.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or financial effect and changes no Georgia law. Its significance is symbolic: it gives official public recognition from the state legislature to a young student's artistic achievement and provides him with a keepsake document of that honor.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe Martinez's background, his self portrait made using oil pastels, and his exhibit at the Capitol Art Exhibit.
- The resolving clause formally commends his artistic and academic abilities and wishes him continued success.
- A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy available for distribution to Martinez.
From the bill
“second-grader John Reyes Martinez is the youngest student to represent Norcross Elementary School at the Capitol Art Exhibit in 15 years”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Arlene Beckles (D, HD-96)
- Segun Adeyina (D, HD-110)
- Gabe Okoye (D, HD-102)
- Marvin Lim (D, HD-98)
- Dewey McClain (D, HD-109)
- Ruwa Romman (D, HD-97)
Topics
- commendation resolution
- Norcross Elementary School
- student art
- Georgia House of Representatives