Georgia CommonsHouse · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session
HR 895: Brown, Pamela; commend
Last action March 31, 2025 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution honors Pamela Brown, a Rockdale County Board of Education member and regional school boards director, for her community service and leadership.
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In plain language
This resolution is a ceremonial honor from the Georgia House of Representatives recognizing Pamela Brown, a longtime member of the Rockdale County Board of Education now serving her third term. It highlights her role as the Georgia School Boards Association District IV Director, representing Rockdale County, Decatur City Schools, DeKalb County, and Newton County Schools districts, and notes her work with local economic development and chamber of commerce groups. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It formally commends Brown for her dedication to education, community service, and advocacy, and directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for her.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Pamela Brown for her work as a Rockdale County Board of Education member and community leader.
- States the House of Representatives' official position honoring Brown during Women's History Month.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Brown.
- Creates no new law, funding, or legal requirement; it is a ceremonial statement only.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names Pamela Brown, a Rockdale County Board of Education member and Georgia School Boards Association District IV Director. It has no legal effect on other individuals, agencies, or governments.
Why it matters
This resolution carries symbolic rather than practical weight. It creates a public, official record of the Georgia House's recognition of Pamela Brown's community and education work but does not alter any rights, funding, or obligations for Georgians.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe Brown's roles, including her Board of Education service and Georgia School Boards Association District IV Director position.
- The resolved clause formally commends Brown and wishes her continued health and happiness.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to distribute a copy of the resolution to Brown.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Pamela Brown for her unwavering dedication to her community and extend sincere best wishes for her continued health and happiness”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Doreen Carter (D, HD-93)
- Debra Bazemore (D, HD-69)
- Karen Bennett (D, HD-94)
Topics
- commendation resolution
- Rockdale County schools
- Women's History Month
- school boards