HR 841: Black, Charles; outstanding contributions to civil rights, education and community service; commend

This resolution is a ceremonial honor passed by the Georgia House of Representatives. It does not create or change any law. Instead, it recounts the life and achievements of Charles Black, a Miami native who became active in the Civil Rights Movement while a student at Morehouse College, including co-authoring the Appeal for Human Rights and studying under Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The resolution lists his later leadership roles with various nonprofit and civic organizations, his work as a political campaign advisor and mentor, his acting career in faith-based films, and his receipt of the Presidential Medal of Honor from President Barack Obama. It formally states that the House recognizes and commends him, and directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for him.

• Formally recognizes and commends Charles Black for his contributions to civil rights, education, and community service.
• Recounts his role in the 1960s Atlanta Student Movement and as a signer and co-author of the Appeal for Human Rights.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Charles Black.
• Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory change; it is purely a ceremonial statement by the House.

The resolution directly names and honors Charles Black. It does not impose obligations on the public, state agencies, or any other group, aside from directing the Clerk of the House to prepare a ceremonial copy for him.

This resolution has no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians; it is a symbolic gesture by the House of Representatives to publicly honor one individual's civil rights and community service record, which the House often does for notable Georgians.

• The resolution's whereas clauses detail Black's biography, including his education at Morehouse College and role in the Atlanta Student Movement.
• It notes his contribution to the Appeal for Human Rights and his study under Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
• It lists his leadership positions with organizations such as Freedom University, Hammonds House Museum, and Frontiers Unlimited Inc.
• The resolving clause formally commends Black and expresses the House's appreciation for his influence.
• The final clause directs the Clerk of the House to provide a copy of the resolution to Charles Black.

1. 2025-03-27House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2025-03-27House First Readers (House)
3. 2025-03-27House Hopper (House)

• Eric Bell (D, HD-75)Primary sponsor
• El-Mahdi Holly (D, HD-116)
• Bryce Berry (D, HD-56)
• Mekyah McQueen (D, HD-61)
• Inga Willis (D, HD-55)

• civil rights history
• Morehouse College
• commendation resolution
• community service recognition