Georgia CommonsHouse · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session
HR 807: Scott, Tamika; commend
Last action March 27, 2025 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally commends Tamika Scott, a Dekalb County nonprofit and community leader, for her service during Women's History Month.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives, not a change to state law. It recognizes Tamika Scott, a longtime Dekalb County resident with 18 years of experience in the non-profit sector, for her volunteer and civic work in the community. The resolution highlights her involvement with the Parent-Teacher-Student Association, Fairfield Baptist Church, and the Lithonia Community Dekalb County Democratic Committee. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Scott as a keepsake honoring her recognition.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Tamika Scott for her service to her community and the state of Georgia.
- States the House's best wishes for her continued health, happiness, and success.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Scott.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement; it is a symbolic honor tied to Women's History Month.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names Tamika Scott, a Dekalb County community and nonprofit leader. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who must prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to her.
Why it matters
The resolution has no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians generally. Its significance is symbolic: it is an official, public acknowledgment by the Georgia House of Representatives of one individual's community service and civic engagement.
Key provisions
- The preamble ('whereas' clauses) describes Tamika Scott's 18 years in the non-profit sector and her community involvement in Dekalb County.
- The resolving clause formally commends Scott and wishes her continued health, happiness, and success.
- A further resolution directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy available for distribution to Scott.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Tamika Scott for her unwavering dedication to service and extend sincere best wishes for her continued health, happiness, and success.”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Doreen Carter (D, HD-93)
- Karen Bennett (D, HD-94)
- Patty Marie Stinson (D, HD-150)
Topics
- Women's History Month
- Dekalb County
- community service recognition
- legislative commendation