Georgia CommonsHouse · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session
HR 626: King, Reverend Sherryl Harris; occasion of her 20th pastoral anniversary; recognize
Last action March 18, 2025 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution recognizes Reverend Sherryl Harris King of Peters Chapel A.M.E. Church in Columbus, Georgia, for 20 years as pastor and commends her ministry work.
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In plain language
This resolution is a ceremonial honor passed by the Georgia House of Representatives. It does not change any law. Instead, it formally recognizes Reverend Sherryl Harris King for reaching her 20th anniversary as pastor of Peters Chapel A.M.E. Church in Columbus, Georgia. The resolution describes her work growing the congregation, starting community programs such as the Home Touch Ministry for people dealing with dementia, and partnering with Emory University and the University of Georgia on health initiatives like dementia care and type II diabetes prevention. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for her.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Reverend Sherryl Harris King on her 20th anniversary as pastor of Peters Chapel A.M.E. Church.
- Extends the House of Representatives' best wishes for her continued fellowship and leadership.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to her.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names and honors Reverend Sherryl Harris King and, by extension, Peters Chapel A.M.E. Church in Columbus, Georgia. It does not impose duties or create rights for any other group of Georgians.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or financial effect; it is a symbolic gesture. Its practical significance is limited to public recognition of Reverend King's two decades of pastoral service and community programs in Columbus, Georgia.
Key provisions
- The resolution's whereas clauses describe Reverend King's 20 years leading Peters Chapel A.M.E. Church and her community and health partnerships with Emory University and the University of Georgia.
- The resolving clause formally commends her on her 20th pastoral anniversary.
- A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to provide her a copy of the resolution.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Reverend Sherryl Harris King on the wonderful occasion of her 20th pastoral anniversary”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Tremaine Teddy Reese (D, HD-140)
- Carolyn Hugley (D, HD-141)
- Debbie Buckner (D, HD-137)
Topics
- legislative honor
- Columbus Georgia
- church and community programs
- House resolution