--- title: HR 955. T.I.; contributions to Bankhead, Atlanta, and global culture; commend collection: bills id: 2025-2026/hr955 cite_as: HR 955, 2025-2026 Regular Session (Ga.) canonical_url: https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr955 md_url: https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr955.md text_url: https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr955/text source_url: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/72084 date: 2025-04-04 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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T.I.; contributions to Bankhead, Atlanta, and global culture; commend ## Text 25 LC 129 0481 House Resolution 955 By: Representatives Bell of the 75th, Berry of the 56th, Reese of the 140th, Schofield of the 63rd, Scott of the 76th, and others A RESOLUTION Honoring T.I. for his contributions to Bankhead, Atlanta, and global culture; and for other1 purposes. 2 WHEREAS, T.I., born Clifford Joseph Harris Jr., has emerged as one of the most influential3 and respected figures in hip-hop, music, and entertainment, contributing immeasurably to the4 growth of Atlanta’s music scene, the culture of Bankhead, and t he global recognition of5 Southern rap; and6 WHEREAS, hailing from Bankhead, T.I. has used his platform to elevate and represent his7 community, often serving as the voice of resilience, authentici ty, and street knowledge,8 bridging the gap between Atlanta’s underground scene and mainstream success; and9 WHEREAS, T.I. rose to prominence with his debut album I'm Serious in 2001, and solidified10 his place as one of hip-hop's leading figures with the release of "Trap Muzik" (2003) and11 subsequent albums, including "Urban Legend" (2004), "King" (200 6), and "Paper Trail"12 (2008), producing iconic tracks that shaped the sound of Southern rap; and13 WHEREAS, T.I.’s “King of the South” moniker not only highlights his influence in hip-hop14 but also reflects his impact on the broader culture, where he served as a trendsetter in fashion,15 H. R. 955 - 1 - 25 LC 129 0481 language, and entrepreneurship, playing a critical role in popu larizing trap music and16 Southern rap across the nation and globally; and17 WHEREAS, in addition to his musical accomplishments, T.I. has b e c o m e a p r o m i n e n t18 businessman, philanthropist, and community leader—founding his label Grand Hustle19 Records, signing groundbreaking artists, and promoting positive change through ventures20 like his "I’m Me" foundation, which advocates for the youth and promotes education,21 mentorship, and social justice; and22 WHEREAS, T.I.’s advocacy extends beyond music, as he is a vocal leader on issues of23 criminal justice reform, education, and economic empowerment, using his platform to engage24 in public discourse and actively contribute to initiatives aimed at transforming his community25 and improving the lives of those most vulnerable; and26 WHEREAS, T.I. has been honored with numerous accolades, including Grammy Awards,27 BET Hip Hop Awards, and recognition as one of the most influential artists of his generation,28 maintaining his status as an icon in hip-hop culture and as a representative of Bankhead and29 Atlanta on the global stage.30 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that31 the members of this body honor T.I. for his outstanding contributions to the cultural, musical,32 and social fabric of Bankhead, Atlanta, and the world, recognizing his dedication to uplifting33 his community, shaping the future of Southern rap, and inspirin g the next generation of34 artists and leaders.35 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized36 and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to T.I.37 H. R. 955 - 2 - ## 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 honors rapper T.I. (Clifford Joseph Harris Jr.) for his contributions to the Bankhead neighborhood, Atlanta's music scene, and hip-hop culture worldwide. ### Plain-language summary This is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives recognizing the rapper T.I., born Clifford Joseph Harris Jr., for his career and community work. It lists his musical accomplishments, including albums like 'Trap Muzik' and 'King', and credits him with helping popularize Southern rap and trap music nationally and globally. The resolution also highlights his business and philanthropic work, including founding Grand Hustle Records and his 'I'm Me' foundation, which focuses on youth mentorship and education. It formally states that the House honors him for his contributions to Bankhead, Atlanta, and global culture, and directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for delivery to T.I. It does not change any Georgia law. ### What it does - Formally honors T.I. on behalf of the Georgia House of Representatives for his musical and cultural contributions to Bankhead and Atlanta. - Recites his career history, including his debut album and later releases, and his role in popularizing Southern rap and trap music. - Recognizes his philanthropic and business activities, including Grand Hustle Records and the 'I'm Me' foundation for youth advocacy. - Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute an official copy of the resolution to T.I. ### Who it affects This resolution primarily concerns T.I. himself, who is being honored, and the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who is directed to prepare a copy for him. It does not impose obligations on any other Georgians or state agencies. ### Why it matters As a ceremonial resolution, this measure carries symbolic rather than legal weight. It does not create funding, rules, or penalties, but it represents an official statement by the Georgia House recognizing a public figure's cultural and community impact. ### Key provisions - The resolution's whereas clauses describe T.I.'s musical career, community ties to Bankhead, and philanthropic work through Grand Hustle Records and the 'I'm Me' foundation. - The resolved clause states the House honors T.I. for his contributions to Bankhead, Atlanta, and global culture. - A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to prepare an appropriate copy for distribution to T.I. ## Status - Status: Passed (2025-04-04) - Last action: House Read and Adopted (2025-04-04) - Sponsors: Eric Bell, Bryce Berry, Teddy Reese, Kim Schofield, Sandra Scott, Viola Davis - Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/72084 > The history, votes, and amendments (131 characters) are at https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr955.md?full=1