Georgia CommonsHouse · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session
HR 869: Patton, Samantha; State Championship in the Girls 130LB Weight Class Division at the 2024 traditional Wrestling State championship; commend
Last action March 31, 2025 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution commends Samantha Patton of Cook High School for winning the state title in the Girls 130LB Weight Class at the 2024 GHSA Traditional Wrestling State Championship.
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In plain language
This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honors Samantha Patton, a student at Cook High School, for winning the Girls 130LB Weight Class Division at the 2024 GHSA Traditional Wrestling State Championship. The text notes she became the first female wrestler from her school, referred to as a Lady Hornet, to win a state championship. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It formally recognizes Patton's achievement and directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to her as a keepsake.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Samantha Patton for winning the Girls 130LB Weight Class Division at the 2024 GHSA Traditional Wrestling State Championship.
- States that Patton is the first Lady Hornet, referring to Cook High School's female athletes, to become a state wrestling champion.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Patton.
- Extends the House's best wishes for Patton's future success.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names and honors Samantha Patton, a student-athlete at Cook High School. It also touches her school and community, who are mentioned as sharing in the recognition, though it creates no legal obligations for anyone.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or financial effect; it is a symbolic honor. Its practical significance is limited to formally recording the Georgia House of Representatives' recognition of a student athlete's achievement for the public record.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe Patton's championship win and her status as the first Lady Hornet wrestling state champion at Cook High School.
- The resolving clause formally commends Patton and wishes her future success.
- A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to distribute a copy of the resolution to Patton.
From the bill
“Samantha's performance at the state tournament and championship victory have earned her the title of first Lady Hornet to become a state champ in wrestling”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Jaclyn Ford (R, HD-170)
- Chas Cannon (R, HD-172)
Topics
- high school wrestling
- student athletes
- Cook High School
- legislative commendation