--- title: HR 83. International Tea at the United Nations Day in the State of Georgia; May 14, 2025; commending the work of Trinity Girls Network, Tea Party Socials, and Dr. Rhonda Anita; recognize collection: bills id: 2025-2026/hr83 cite_as: HR 83, 2025-2026 Regular Session (Ga.) canonical_url: https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr83 md_url: https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr83.md text_url: https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr83/text source_url: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/69616 date: 2025-01-28 status: passed corpus_version: bills-2026-09-13 license: Public record of the Georgia General Assembly, via LegiScan; see about.md publisher: Georgia Commons, an independent project of Georgia Civic Data. Not the State of Georgia. 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International Tea at the United Nations Day in the State of Georgia; May 14, 2025; commending the work of Trinity Girls Network, Tea Party Socials, and Dr. Rhonda Anita; recognize ## Text House Resolution 83 By: Representatives McClain of the 109th, Okoye of the 102nd, Adeyina of the 110th, and Mitchell of the 88th A RESOLUTION Recognizing May 14, 2025, as the International Tea at the United Nations Day in the State of Georgia and commending the work of Trinity Girls Network, Tea Party Socials, and Dr. Rhonda Anita; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, the International Tea at the United Nations is a symbolic and celebratory event scheduled for May 14, 2025, honoring the shared mission of fostering unity, dialogue, and collaboration among diverse cultures, communities, and leaders worldwide; and WHEREAS, Trinity Girls Network, a distinguished non-governmental organization with Consultative Status from the United Nations ECOSOC, and Tea Party Socials, under the leadership of Dr. Rhonda Anita, are key organizers of this meaningful celebration, dedicated to promoting global peace, inclusion, and empowerment; and WHEREAS, this event serves as a platform to honor the rich tapestry of global cultures and traditions, symbolized by the universal and unifying act of sharing tea, a gesture that transcends boundaries and fosters meaningful connections; and WHEREAS, the International Tea underscores the importance of empowerment and advocacy by highlighting global initiatives such as the empowerment of women, the importance of education, and the role of families in fostering societal growth as well as acknowledges leaders and organizations whose efforts align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and create transformative impacts; and WHEREAS, this day emphasizes the critical role of families as the foundation of society, celebrating their importance in building enduring legacies, promoting inter-generational wealth, and fostering unity and leadership; and WHEREAS, the event reflects the shared mission of Trinity Girls Network and Trinity International University of Ambassadors to "bridge gaps and change lives," reinforcing faith, unity, and global collaboration; and WHEREAS, through prayer, thanksgiving, and purposeful conversations, this day encourages a collective effort toward global harmony and resilience; and WHEREAS, the International Tea serves as a day of inspiration, inviting participants to reflect on their shared responsibility to contribute to a better world while pursuing impactful initiatives that strengthen families, empower communities, and celebrate diversity. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body recognize May 14, 2025, as the International Tea at the United Nations Day in the State of Georgia and commend the work of Trinity Girls Network, Tea Party Socials, and Dr. Rhonda Anita for their leadership and commitment to promoting unity, peace, and empowerment. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the members of this body encourage all citizens of Georgia to join in this observance by reflecting on the significance of diversity, family, faith, and global collaboration as well as by participating in activities that strengthen connections and promote peace within their communities and beyond. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to Trinity Girls Network, Tea Party Socials, and the United Nations. ## Summaries written by Georgia Commons The following was written by claude-sonnet-5 from the text above and is not part of the resolution. Quote the text, not the summary. A Georgia House resolution designates May 14, 2025 as International Tea at the United Nations Day in Georgia, honoring Trinity Girls Network, Tea Party Socials, and Dr. Rhonda Anita for their community and global outreach work. ### Plain-language summary This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives rather than a law that regulates anyone. It recognizes May 14, 2025 as International Tea at the United Nations Day in the State of Georgia, marking an event organized by Trinity Girls Network and Tea Party Socials, led by Dr. Rhonda Anita, that celebrates unity, cultural diversity, and global collaboration through the shared tradition of tea. The resolution commends these organizations for their leadership on issues like women's empowerment, education, and family strength, and it encourages Georgia citizens to reflect on diversity, family, and faith and to take part in activities that build community connections. It directs the Clerk of the House to send copies of the resolution to Trinity Girls Network, Tea Party Socials, and the United Nations. It creates no new legal requirements or funding. ### What it does - Officially recognizes May 14, 2025 as International Tea at the United Nations Day in the State of Georgia. - Commends Trinity Girls Network, Tea Party Socials, and Dr. Rhonda Anita for their leadership on unity, peace, and empowerment. - Encourages all Georgia citizens to observe the day by engaging in activities that promote diversity, family, and community connection. - Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to send copies of the resolution to the named organizations and the United Nations. ### Who it affects This resolution mainly affects Trinity Girls Network, Tea Party Socials, and Dr. Rhonda Anita, who are publicly honored, and the Clerk of the House, who must distribute copies. It has no direct legal effect on the general public, though it invites all Georgians to participate in the observance. ### Why it matters As a symbolic resolution, it does not change any law, create funding, or impose requirements. Its practical effect is limited to public recognition of the named individuals and organizations and an invitation for Georgians to mark the day through community activities. ### Key provisions - The resolution's whereas clauses describe the International Tea event and its goals of fostering unity, dialogue, and cultural collaboration. - The first resolving clause formally recognizes May 14, 2025 as International Tea at the United Nations Day in Georgia and commends the named organizations and individual. - The second resolving clause encourages Georgia citizens to observe the day through reflection and community-building activities. - The final resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to prepare and distribute copies of the resolution to Trinity Girls Network, Tea Party Socials, and the United Nations. ## Status - Status: Passed (2025-01-28) - Last action: House Read and Adopted (2025-01-28) - Sponsors: Dewey McClain, Gabe Okoye, Segun Adeyina, Billy Mitchell - Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/69616 > The history, votes, and amendments (131 characters) are at https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr83.md?full=1