Georgia CommonsHouse · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session
HR 840: Erwin, Laurie; outstanding dedication and accomplishments in golf, including her remarkable achievement of a hole-in-one and for her commitment to inspiring the next generation of leaders; commend
Last action March 27, 2025 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution commends Homer resident Laurie Erwin for scoring a hole-in-one at Chimney Oaks Golf Club and for mentoring young people through the House Page Program.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Laurie Erwin, a resident of Homer, Georgia. It recognizes her golf achievement, a hole-in-one from 89 yards using a pitching wedge, made on June 29, 2024, witnessed by her husband, Chairman Chris Erwin, who represents House District 32. The resolution also commends Erwin for her volunteer work mentoring youth through the House Page Program, which places young people in roles assisting with legislative operations. The resolution directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the document for distribution to Erwin. It does not change any Georgia law; it is a formal statement of recognition passed by the House.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Laurie Erwin for achieving a hole-in-one at Chimney Oaks Golf Club in Homer, Georgia.
- Commends Erwin for her volunteer mentorship of young people through the House Page Program.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Erwin.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names Laurie Erwin and references her husband, Representative Chris Erwin of House District 32. It has no regulatory or legal effect on any other group of Georgians.
Why it matters
This resolution carries no legal or financial effect; it does not change any Georgia statute, create funding, or impose requirements. Its significance is purely ceremonial, formally placing the House's recognition of Erwin's personal and community contributions into the legislative record.
Key provisions
- The resolution's whereas clauses describe Erwin's hole-in-one on June 29, 2024, and her mentorship work in the House Page Program.
- The resolved clause formally commends Erwin for her golf achievement and her community and civic contributions.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy for distribution to Erwin.
From the bill
“Laurie Erwin achieved the extraordinary feat of a hole-in-one on a distance of 89 yards while using a pitching wedge, a testament to her skill and precision”
“the members of this body recognize and commend Laurie Erwin upon her exceptional achievement for her ongoing contributions to the sport of golf, her community, and the State of Georgia”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Chris Erwin (R, HD-32)
Topics
- ceremonial resolution
- golf
- House Page Program
- Georgia House of Representatives