HR 737: Billups, Marvin F., Jr.; commend

This is a commendation resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Marvin F. Billups Jr. for his long career with DeKalb County's Parks and Recreation Department, where he served as deputy director and interim director over more than two decades. The resolution recounts his work managing planning, research, capital improvement projects, and grant applications for a department serving over 700,000 DeKalb County residents. It also notes his leadership roles in national organizations like the National Recreation and Park Association, his service on state and regional boards, and awards he received from groups such as the National Park Service. The resolution directs the Clerk of the House to provide a copy to Billups as a keepsake. It does not change any Georgia law.

• Formally recognizes and commends Marvin F. Billups Jr. for his service to DeKalb County's Parks and Recreation Department.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Billups.
• Creates no legal requirements, funding, or changes to Georgia law; it is purely a ceremonial statement by the House.

The resolution directly names and honors Marvin F. Billups Jr. It has no legal effect on the public, DeKalb County government, or any other Georgians; it is a ceremonial statement by the House of Representatives.

This resolution has no practical effect on Georgia law, funding, or residents beyond DeKalb County. Its significance is symbolic: it is an official, public acknowledgment by the Georgia House of Representatives of one individual's decades of public service.

• The resolved clause commends Billups for his 'efficient, effective, unselfish, and dedicated service to DeKalb County, Georgia' and wishes him continued health and happiness.
• A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to prepare and distribute an official copy of the resolution to Billups.
• The whereas clauses detail his roles as deputy and interim director, his national organization leadership, and awards received, but carry no legal force.

1. 2025-03-25House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2025-03-25House First Readers (House)
3. 2025-03-25House Hopper (House)

• Viola Davis (D, HD-87)Primary sponsor
• Billy Mitchell (D, HD-88)
• Dar'shun Kendrick (D, HD-95)
• Karla Drenner (D, HD-85)
• Doreen Carter (D, HD-93)

• legislative commendation
• DeKalb County
• parks and recreation
• public service recognition