Georgia CommonsHouse · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session
HR 599: Marquez-Leon, Dr. Jose A.; commend
Last action March 13, 2025 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution commends Dr. Jose A. Marquez-Leon for his leadership founding TechLatino: LISTA and his work supporting Latino representation in technology.
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In plain language
This is a commendation resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives, not a bill that changes state law. It recognizes Dr. Jose A. Marquez-Leon for founding TechLatino: LISTA in 1997, an organization aimed at increasing Latino representation in the technology industry, and for his broader career achievements. The resolution outlines his work chairing TechLatino: LISTA councils, leading humanitarian technology initiatives in the Caribbean and South America, founding an earlier organization called HITT, serving as CEO of the Georgia Latino Film Alliance, and serving on local arts and tourism committees. It directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for him. It does not create any new law, funding, or requirement.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Dr. Jose A. Marquez-Leon for his career contributions to technology and the Latino community.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Dr. Marquez-Leon.
- Extends the House's best wishes for his continued success, without creating any new law, funding, or program.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names and honors Dr. Jose A. Marquez-Leon. It has no regulatory or funding effect on other Georgians, agencies, or businesses.
Why it matters
This is a ceremonial resolution rather than a policy change, so it does not alter Georgia law, spend state money, or create new obligations. Its practical effect is limited to formally honoring one individual's career.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe Dr. Marquez-Leon's founding of TechLatino: LISTA in 1997 and his earlier organization HITT.
- The whereas clauses list his roles with the Georgia Latino Film Alliance, the Gwinnett Film and Tourism Committee, and the Norcross Public Arts Commission.
- The resolving clause formally commends him for his career contributions and wishes him continued success.
- A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to provide him a copy of the resolution.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Dr. Jose A. Marquez-Leon for his outstanding career contributions and extend best wishes for his continued success”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Angela Moore (D, HD-91)
Topics
- commendation resolution
- Latino technology advocacy
- Georgia House of Representatives