HR 743: State Government Affairs Council; 50th anniversary; recognize

This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honors the State Government Affairs Council (SGAC), a professional organization for government affairs professionals, on the occasion of its 50th anniversary. It does not change any Georgia law; instead it formally recognizes SGAC's history and contributions. The resolution states that SGAC was founded to support the state government affairs profession, foster relationships between the public and private sectors, mentor new professionals, and promote diversity. The House commends the organization for its 50 years of service, encourages continued support for its mission, and congratulates its members. It also directs the Clerk of the House to send a copy of the resolution to SGAC for its records.

• Formally recognizes and commends the State Government Affairs Council for 50 years of service connecting state and local governments, businesses, and communities.
• Encourages continued support for SGAC's mission and commends its members for advocacy work on policy, transparency, and governance.
• Extends congratulations to SGAC and its members on the 50th anniversary milestone.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to SGAC.

The resolution directly names the State Government Affairs Council and its members, a professional organization of government affairs professionals. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who is tasked with distributing a copy of the resolution to the organization.

This is a ceremonial resolution with no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians generally. Its practical impact is limited to publicly honoring the State Government Affairs Council and providing the organization with an official copy of the recognition for its records.

• The whereas clauses describe SGAC's founding 50 years ago and its mission to support government affairs professionals in a nonpartisan environment.
• The first resolving clause has the House recognize and commend SGAC for its 50 years of service.
• A further resolving clause encourages continued support for SGAC's mission and commends its members for advocacy work.
• The final clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to SGAC.

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

• Scott Hilton (R, HD-48)Primary sponsor
• Jan Jones (R, HD-47)
• Houston Gaines (R, HD-120)

• ceremonial resolution
• government affairs
• professional organizations
• House of Representatives recognition