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HR 562: Warnock, Senator Raphael G.; commend

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House Resolution 562

By: Representative Reese of the 140th

A RESOLUTION

Recognizing and commending Senator Raphael G. Warnock; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Senator Raphael G. Warnock has dedicated innumerable hours of his time and energy to public service, advocacy, and ministry, addressing critical issues such as healthcare access, voting rights, economic opportunity, and criminal justice reform; and

WHEREAS, he was elected as Georgia's first Black United States Senator in 2021 and successfully defended his seat in December 2022, where he has since continued his work to create jobs, address the maternal mortality crisis, and expand healthcare access; and

WHEREAS, he currently serves on the Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Committee; Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee; Finance Committee; and the Special Committee on Aging, supporting policies that strengthen the economy, support rural communities, and protect vulnerable populations; and

WHEREAS, during his exemplary tenure, he has used his moral voice to champion policies that serve Georgians, including efforts to reduce gun violence, close the healthcare gap, strengthen economic opportunities, and protect the fundamental right to vote; and

WHEREAS, since 2005, he has further served as senior pastor of Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta, the former pulpit of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.; he is the youngest pastor ever selected to serve in this role; and

WHEREAS, through his leadership, advocacy, and legislative accomplishments, Senator Warnock has demonstrated an enduring commitment to improving the lives of Georgians and advancing justice and equity across the nation; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the outstanding accomplishments of this remarkable and distinguished Georgian be appropriately honored.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body recognize and commend Senator Raphael G. Warnock for his efficient, effective, unselfish, and dedicated public service to the State of Georgia as well as extend the most sincere best wishes for continued success. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Senator Raphael G. Warnock.