--- title: HR 696. Dixon, Tenisha Lynette; commend collection: bills id: 2025-2026/hr696 cite_as: HR 696, 2025-2026 Regular Session (Ga.) canonical_url: https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr696 md_url: https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr696.md text_url: https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr696/text source_url: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/71581 date: 2025-03-21 status: passed corpus_version: bills-2026-08-28 license: Public record of the Georgia General Assembly, via LegiScan; see about.md publisher: Georgia Commons, an independent project of Georgia Civic Data. Not the State of Georgia. 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Dixon, Tenisha Lynette; commend ## Text 25 LC 112 3404 House Resolution 696 By: Representatives Scott of the 76th, Davis of the 87th, and Schofield of the 63rd A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending Tenisha Lynette Dixon; and for other purposes.1 WHEREAS, Tenisha Lynette Dixon has exemplified dedication and commitment as a public2 servant, serving as Council Aide to the Mayor and City Council Members for five years,3 tirelessly working to support the needs of the community and ensure the efficient operation4 of city governance; and5 WHEREAS, she was born on January 4, 1976, in Daytona Beach, Florida, to a loving and6 supportive family who profoundly influenced her character; and7 WHEREAS, her mother, Sara J. Dixon, provided unwavering love and guidance while her8 father, Wilford Dixon, a United States Navy veteran, instilled in her the values of service,9 discipline, and perseverance, shaping her into the person she is today; and10 WHEREAS, she has been a proud resident of Forest Park, Georgia, for over 25 years,11 demonstrating her deep roots and commitment to the community; and12 H. R. 696 - 1 - 25 LC 112 3404 WHEREAS, Tenisha is a devoted mother to her two daughters, Aiy'Anna and Kennedy King,13 and a longtime partner to their father, Jormel King, who has be en a constant source of14 reassurance, support, and encouragement; and15 WHEREAS, she skillfully balances her demanding professional res ponsibilities with her16 unwavering dedication as a loving and supportive parent; and17 WHEREAS, she is an active member of New Vision Christian Church , where she plays a18 vital role in fostering spiritual growth and fellowship within her congregation; and19 WHEREAS, Tenisha is a passionate Atlanta Falcons fan who enjoys spending quality time20 with her family, watching movies, and traveling, all of which s howcase her vibrant and21 well-rounded personality; and22 WHEREAS, her dedication, hard work, and positive spirit have made a lasting impact on the23 city and its residents, earning her the respect and admiration of her colleagues and24 community members alike.25 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that26 the members of this body recognize and commend Tenisha Lynette Dixon for her27 outstanding contributions to the City of Forest Park and her un wavering commitment to28 public service, extend their deepest gratitude for her efforts, and celebrate her as a valued29 member of the community.30 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized31 and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution ava ilable for distribution to32 Tenisha Lynette Dixon.33 H. R. 696 - 2 - ## Summaries written by Georgia Commons The following was written by claude-sonnet-5 from the text above and is not part of the resolution. Quote the text, not the summary. A Georgia House resolution formally recognizes and commends Tenisha Lynette Dixon, a longtime Council Aide in Forest Park, for her public service to the city. ### Plain-language summary This resolution is a ceremonial honor passed by the Georgia House of Representatives. It does not change any law. Instead, it recognizes Tenisha Lynette Dixon, who has served for five years as Council Aide to the Mayor and City Council Members of Forest Park, Georgia. The resolution recounts her background, including her family, her 25-plus years living in Forest Park, her church involvement, and her personal interests, and formally commends her for her contributions to the city and her commitment to public service. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for her. ### What it does - Formally recognizes and commends Tenisha Lynette Dixon for her service as Council Aide to the Mayor and City Council Members of Forest Park. - Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Dixon. - Contains no changes to Georgia law, funding, or regulations; it is purely a commendation. ### Who it affects The resolution directly names and honors Tenisha Lynette Dixon, a Forest Park city government employee. It does not impose obligations or effects on any other group of Georgians. ### Why it matters This is a symbolic honor rather than a policy change. It carries no legal or financial effect on Georgians, but it formally records the Georgia House's recognition of Dixon's public service to the City of Forest Park. ### Key provisions - The resolved clause recognizes and commends Tenisha Lynette Dixon for her contributions to the City of Forest Park and her commitment to public service. - A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy available for distribution to Dixon. ## Status - Status: Passed (2025-03-21) - Last action: House Read and Adopted (2025-03-21) - Sponsors: Sandra Scott, Viola Davis, Kim Schofield - Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/71581 > The history, votes, and amendments (131 characters) are at https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr696.md?full=1