HR 775: Anderson, Carlene; commend

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives, not a change to state law. It recognizes Carlene Anderson for her career as an educator, first in New Jersey and later in Gwinnett County Public Schools, and for her advocacy work supporting students and families. The resolution recounts her teaching career, awards, and conference presentations, her work supporting exceptional learners in Georgia, her advocacy through Parent Teacher Student Associations after leaving the classroom due to injury, and her experience as a breast cancer survivor. The House resolves to commend her for her contributions to Georgia's youth and directs the Clerk of the House to provide her a copy of the resolution.

• Formally recognizes and commends Carlene Anderson for her career in education and community advocacy.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Carlene Anderson.
• Does not create, amend, or repeal any Georgia statute or program; it has no regulatory or funding effect.

This resolution names and honors one individual, Carlene Anderson, a former Gwinnett County Public Schools teacher and Parent Teacher Student Association advocate. It has no direct effect on other Georgians, agencies, or institutions.

The resolution carries symbolic and ceremonial weight rather than legal or financial consequences. It gives official recognition from the Georgia House of Representatives to one person's career and community contributions, with a physical copy provided to her as a keepsake.

• The whereas clauses recount Anderson's teaching career beginning in 2002 in Paterson, New Jersey, and her move to Gwinnett County Public Schools in 2014.
• The resolution notes her work with the Georgia Network for Educational and Therapeutic Support North Metro Program supporting exceptional learners.
• The resolving clause commends Anderson for her contributions on behalf of Georgia's youth and wishes her future health and success.
• A final clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to Anderson.

1. 2025-03-27House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2025-03-27House First Readers (House)
3. 2025-03-27House Hopper (House)

• Doreen Carter (D, HD-93)Primary sponsor
• Karen Bennett (D, HD-94)
• Carolyn Hugley (D, HD-141)

• commendation resolution
• education advocacy
• Gwinnett County schools
• Georgia House of Representatives