--- title: HR 846. AgriTech Solutions Program in Clayton County Public Schools; commend collection: bills id: 2025-2026/hr846 cite_as: HR 846, 2025-2026 Regular Session (Ga.) canonical_url: https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr846 md_url: https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr846.md text_url: https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr846/text source_url: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/71838 date: 2025-03-27 status: passed corpus_version: bills-2026-08-28 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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AgriTech Solutions Program in Clayton County Public Schools; commend ## Text 25 LC 129 0413 House Resolution 846 By: Representatives Bell of the 75th, Neal of the 79th, Scott of the 76th, Douglas of the 78th, Burnough of the 77th, and others A RESOLUTION Recognizing the AgriTech Solutions Program in Clayton County Pu blic Schools; and for1 other purposes.2 WHEREAS, the AgriTech Solutions Program in Clayton County Public Schools (CCPS)will3 play vital role in preparing the next generation of agriculturists to develop sustainable and4 profitable local food systems; and 5 WHEREAS, the Office of STEM and Innovation at CCPS is dedicated to promoting6 excellence in STEM education and fostering innovative learning environments; and7 WHEREAS, the office has effectively supported the STEM certification process for schools8 within the district, resulting in 11 STEM Certified schools and the enhancement of STEM9 and Computer Science programs across more than 28 schools, incl uding over 13 K-510 computer science labs; and11 WHEREAS, the Office of STEM and Innovation has actively support ed agricultural12 initiatives, including hydroponics, aeroponics, and traditional gardening, thus broadening13 student understanding and engagement in sustainable agricultural practices; and14 H. R. 846 - 1 - 25 LC 129 0413 WHEREAS, these agricultural programs not only provide practical skills but also introduce15 students to a range of career opportunities within the agricult ural sector, emphasizing the16 importance of sustainability and innovation; and17 WHEREAS, the office has been instrumental in forging and sustaining partnerships between18 schools, industry leaders, and institutions of higher education , thereby enriching the19 educational landscape with opportunities for practical application and career readiness; and 20 WHEREAS, Mundy's Mill High School students engage in the Agrite ens Club using the21 Next Steps Youth Entrepreneurship Program's game-based curricul um called Community22 On-Demand; and23 WHEREAS, through project-based initiatives, students develop hands-on agricultural skills,24 explore sustainable farming practices and gain the business acumen needed to pursue careers25 in agribusiness, agritech and agritourism; and 26 WHEREAS, through strong partnerships with industry and higher education, CCPS provides27 real-world learning experiences that promote career readiness leadership in sustainability and28 economic innovation; and 29 WHEREAS, Georgia Women in Agriculture Association has recognized CCPS' impact on30 STEM in Agriculture, thereby combining their invaluable support and continued31 collaboration to shape future leaders in the field.32 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that33 the members of this body recognize the AgriTech Solutions Progr am in Clayton County34 Public Schools for the outstanding positive impact it has made on the students of Georgia.35 H. R. 846 - 2 - 25 LC 129 0413 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized36 and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution ava ilable for distribution to37 Clayton County Public Schools.38 H. R. 846 - 3 - ## 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 commends the AgriTech Solutions Program in Clayton County Public Schools for its work preparing students for careers in agriculture and agricultural technology. ### Plain-language summary This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives, not a change to state law. It recognizes the AgriTech Solutions Program run by Clayton County Public Schools (CCPS) and the district's Office of STEM and Innovation, which has helped 11 schools earn STEM certification and expanded STEM and computer science programs across more than 28 schools. The resolution highlights hands-on agricultural learning, including hydroponics, aeroponics, and traditional gardening, as well as the Agriteens Club at Mundy's Mill High School, which uses a game-based entrepreneurship curriculum called Community On-Demand. It also notes partnerships with industry, higher education institutions, and the Georgia Women in Agriculture Association. The resolution formally commends the program and directs the Clerk of the House to send a copy to Clayton County Public Schools. ### What it does - Formally commends the AgriTech Solutions Program in Clayton County Public Schools for its impact on students. - Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and send a copy of the resolution to Clayton County Public Schools. - Recognizes the district's Office of STEM and Innovation for supporting STEM certification and computer science labs across CCPS schools. - Highlights specific programs, including the Agriteens Club at Mundy's Mill High School and partnerships with the Georgia Women in Agriculture Association. ### Who it affects The resolution directly names Clayton County Public Schools, its Office of STEM and Innovation, Mundy's Mill High School students in the Agriteens Club, and the Georgia Women in Agriculture Association. It has no legal effect on other schools, agencies, or Georgians generally. ### Why it matters Because this is a commendatory resolution rather than a law, it does not create funding, requirements, or penalties. Its main effect is public recognition of Clayton County Public Schools' agricultural technology and STEM programs, which may raise the profile of the program. ### Key provisions - The whereas clauses describe CCPS's STEM certification efforts, noting 11 STEM Certified schools and enhanced programs in more than 28 schools, including over 13 K-5 computer science labs. - The whereas clauses describe agricultural initiatives such as hydroponics, aeroponics, and traditional gardening used to teach sustainable agriculture. - The resolved clause formally commends the AgriTech Solutions Program for its impact on Georgia students. - The final clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to Clayton County Public Schools. ## Status - Status: Passed (2025-03-27) - Last action: House Read and Adopted (2025-03-27) - Sponsors: Eric Bell, Yasmin Neal, Sandra Scott, Demetrius Douglas, Rhonda Burnough, Robert Flournoy - Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/71838 > The history, votes, and amendments (131 characters) are at https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr846.md?full=1