Georgia CommonsHouse · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session
HR 871: Eaton, Artemis; winning the Wrestling State Championship; commend
Last action March 31, 2025 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution commends Artemis Eaton, a North Forsyth High School student, for winning the state wrestling championship.
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In plain language
This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honors Artemis Eaton, a student at North Forsyth High School, for winning the Wrestling State Championship. It does not change any Georgia law. Instead, it formally recognizes her athletic achievement, praising her hard work, sportsmanship, and skill over the course of her competitive season. The resolution directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare an official copy for distribution to Eaton, serving as a ceremonial keepsake of the honor. Resolutions like this one are symbolic actions the legislature uses to publicly recognize individuals or events; they carry no regulatory or funding effect.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Artemis Eaton for winning the Wrestling State Championship.
- States the House's praise for her courage, determination, leadership, and sportsmanship shown during the season.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Eaton.
- Extends best wishes from House members for her future success, with no changes to any law or funding.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names Artemis Eaton, a student-athlete at North Forsyth High School. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who is tasked with preparing and distributing an official copy of the resolution to her.
Why it matters
The resolution has no legal or financial effect; it is a ceremonial gesture. Its practical significance is that Eaton receives official, public recognition from the Georgia House of Representatives for her athletic achievement, which she can keep as a formal record of the honor.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe Eaton's championship win and praise her character, skill, and sportsmanship.
- The resolving clause formally commends Eaton and wishes her future success.
- A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to her.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Artemis Eaton on winning the Wrestling State Championships and extend best wishes for success in the future.”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Brent Cox (R, HD-28)
- Rick Jasperse (R, HD-11)
- Lauren McDonald III (R, HD-26)
- Carter Barrett (R, HD-24)
- David Clark (R, HD-100)
- Todd Jones (R, HD-25)
Topics
- high school wrestling
- student athletes
- North Forsyth High School
- legislative commendation