Georgia CommonsHouse · Introduced · 2025-2026 Regular Session
HR 565: Crockett, Congresswoman Jasmine; commend
Last action March 13, 2025 · House Second Readers
A Georgia House resolution would formally commend U.S. Representative Jasmine Crockett of Texas for her career in public service, civil rights work, and government oversight roles.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives, not a law that changes any rules or requirements. It recognizes Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett, who represents Texas' 30th Congressional District, for her career as a public defender, civil rights attorney, Texas state representative, and now member of the U.S. Congress. The resolution recounts her background, including her leadership roles in Congress and in the Texas Legislature, and states that the Georgia House commends her for her public service. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution to send to Congresswoman Crockett. It does not create, amend, or repeal any Georgia statute.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends U.S. Representative Jasmine Crockett for her career in public service and civil rights work.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Congresswoman Crockett.
- Creates no new law, funding, or requirement; it is a symbolic statement by the Georgia House of Representatives.
Who it affects
This resolution directly affects only Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett, who is honored by name, and the Clerk of the Georgia House of Representatives, who is tasked with preparing and sending her a copy of the document.
Why it matters
Because this is a ceremonial resolution rather than binding legislation, it has no direct legal or practical effect on Georgians. Its significance is symbolic: a public statement of recognition from the Georgia House toward a sitting member of Congress from another state.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses summarize Congresswoman Crockett's career, including her time as a public defender, civil rights attorney, Texas state representative, and U.S. representative.
- The resolved clause formally commends her for her public service and wishes her continued health and happiness.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to distribute a copy of the resolution to her.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett for her efficient, effective, unselfish, and dedicated public service”
Status timeline
- House Second Readers (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Tremaine Teddy Reese (D, HD-140)
Topics
- commemorative resolution
- civil rights
- congressional recognition