Georgia CommonsHouse · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session
HR 800: Butler, Brian; outstanding contributions of Brandon Butler, Jah Rawlings, Tory Edwards, Ian Ford, Bem Joiner, William Sparks, and Shelly McAllister in organizing 404 Weekend & acknowledging their representation of Butter.ATL, and others; commend
Last action March 27, 2025 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution honors Brian Butler and several organizers for their work putting together 404 Weekend, an Atlanta cultural celebration, and recognizes the groups they represent.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives, not a change to state law. It commends Brian Butler for recognizing the work of Brandon Butler, Jah Rawlings, Tory Edwards, Ian Ford, Bem Joiner, William Sparks, and Shelly McAllister in organizing 404 Weekend, an annual Atlanta event that includes a scholarship gala, block party, and parade. The resolution also acknowledges these individuals' connections to Butter.ATL, Atlanta Influences Everything, Finish First, and The Trap Museum. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare copies of the resolution for distribution to the honorees, the public, and the press. It does not create any new rules, spending, or legal requirements.
What the bill does
- Formally commends Brian Butler for his leadership in organizing recognition of the 404 Weekend event.
- Recognizes six named individuals for organizing 404 Weekend's gala, block party, and parade events.
- Acknowledges the honorees' association with four named Atlanta organizations and institutions.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to distribute copies of the resolution to honorees, the public, and the press.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names and honors Brian Butler, Brandon Butler, Jah Rawlings, Tory Edwards, Ian Ford, Bem Joiner, William Sparks, and Shelly McAllister, along with the organizations Butter.ATL, Atlanta Influences Everything, Finish First, and The Trap Museum.
Why it matters
This resolution carries symbolic and ceremonial weight rather than legal effect. It does not change any Georgia law, create funding, or impose requirements; its practical impact is limited to formal recognition of the honorees' community and cultural work in Atlanta.
Key provisions
- The resolution's preamble describes 404 Weekend as honoring Atlanta's legacy, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit across Fulton, Clayton, and DeKalb counties.
- The resolved clause formally commends Brian Butler and recognizes the seven named individuals' contributions to organizing 404 Weekend.
- The final clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute copies of the resolution to the honorees, the public, and the press.
From the bill
“the members of this body commend Brian Butler for his leadership in honoring the significant work of Brandon Butler, Jah Rawlings, Tory Edwards, Ian Ford, Bem Joiner, William Sparks, and Shelly McAllister in organizing 404 Weekend”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Eric Bell (D, HD-75)
- Inga Willis (D, HD-55)
- Park Cannon (D, HD-58)
- Bryce Berry (D, HD-56)
- Mekyah McQueen (D, HD-61)
- Phil Olaleye (D, HD-59)
Topics
- Atlanta community events
- legislative resolutions
- 404 Weekend
- cultural recognition