Georgia CommonsHouse · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session
HR 696: Dixon, Tenisha Lynette; commend
Last action March 21, 2025 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally recognizes Tenisha Lynette Dixon of Forest Park for her five years of service as a council aide to the mayor and city council.
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In plain language
This is a commendation resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives. It does not change any law. Instead it honors Tenisha Lynette Dixon, who has worked for five years as Council Aide to the Mayor and City Council Members of Forest Park, Georgia, and has lived in the city for over 25 years. The resolution recounts her personal background, family, and community involvement, then formally states that the House recognizes and commends her for her contributions to the City of Forest Park and her commitment to public service. It directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for her.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Tenisha Lynette Dixon for her service as Council Aide to the Mayor and City Council of Forest Park, Georgia.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute an official copy of the resolution to Dixon.
- Contains no changes to Georgia law, funding, or regulations; it is a ceremonial statement only.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names and honors Tenisha Lynette Dixon, a Forest Park city government employee. It has no legal or practical effect on any other group of Georgians.
Why it matters
This resolution has no impact on Georgia law, funding, or public policy. Its significance is symbolic, providing formal public recognition from the state legislature for one individual's local government service.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe Dixon's background, family, community involvement, and five years of service as a Council Aide in Forest Park.
- The resolving clause states the House recognizes and commends Dixon for her contributions and commitment to public service.
- A final clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to Dixon.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Tenisha Lynette Dixon for her outstanding contributions to the City of Forest Park and her unwavering commitment to public service”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Sandra Scott (D, HD-76)
- Viola Davis (D, HD-87)
- Kim Schofield (D, HD-63)
Topics
- commendation resolution
- Forest Park Georgia
- public service recognition