Georgia CommonsHouse · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session
HR 837: Milton Eagles boys cross country team; winning the 2024 GHSA 5A Boys Cross Country State Championship; commend
Last action March 27, 2025 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally commends the Milton Eagles boys cross country team for winning the 2024 GHSA 5A Boys Cross Country State Championship.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives recognizing the Milton Eagles boys cross country team for capturing the 2024 GHSA 5A Boys Cross Country State Championship, the school's second title in that sport. The resolution praises the team's performance, teamwork, and the leadership of Head Coach Katie Bailey. The resolution does not change any Georgia law, create funding, or impose any requirements. Its only operative action is to direct the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to the team as a keepsake of the honor.
What the bill does
- Formally commends the Milton Eagles boys cross country team for winning the 2024 GHSA 5A state championship.
- Extends the House's best wishes to the team for continued future success.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to the team.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names the Milton Eagles boys cross country team and Head Coach Katie Bailey. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who is tasked with preparing a copy of the resolution for the team.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or financial effect; it is a symbolic honor. Its practical impact is limited to formal recognition from the state legislature and a keepsake copy for the team commemorating their championship season.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe the team's 2024 season, its second state championship in school history, and credit Head Coach Katie Bailey's leadership.
- The resolving clause formally commends the team and wishes them continued success.
- A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to the team.
From the bill
“it is abundantly proper to call them champions.”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Chuck Martin (R, HD-49)
- Jan Jones (R, HD-47)
- Brent Cox (R, HD-28)
- Matt Reeves (R, HD-99)
Topics
- high school sports
- cross country
- Milton Eagles
- legislative commendation