HR 679: Nichols, Wesley; commend

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives recognizing Wesley Nichols, a longtime member of the Capitol Press Corps, for 25 years of work documenting the legislature's activities. The resolution describes his role as lead capitol photographer for Georgia Public Broadcasting's Lawmakers program and credits him with conducting interviews, covering press conferences, and capturing historic moments at the Georgia Capitol. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It formally commends Nichols for his service and directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for him.

• Formally recognizes and commends Wesley Nichols for 25 years of service covering the Georgia legislature as part of the Capitol Press Corps.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Wesley Nichols.
• Makes no changes to Georgia law, since it is a ceremonial resolution rather than a bill creating rules or funding.

The resolution directly names and honors Wesley Nichols, a capitol photographer for Georgia Public Broadcasting. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who is tasked with preparing a copy for him.

The resolution has no practical legal effect and changes no Georgia law or funding. Its significance is symbolic, publicly recognizing an individual's long career covering the state legislature for Georgia Public Broadcasting.

• The resolved clause commends Wesley Nichols for 25 years of service to the Capitol Press Corps and wishes him continued health and happiness.
• The final clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to provide Nichols with an official copy of the resolution.

1. 2025-03-20House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2025-03-20House First Readers (House)
3. 2025-03-20House Hopper (House)

• Jan Jones (R, HD-47)Primary sponsor

• legislative commendation
• Capitol Press Corps
• Georgia Public Broadcasting