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title: SR 138. Georgia Reads Coach Malcolm Mitchell; recognize
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date: 2025-02-06
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status_date: 2025-02-06
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sponsors:
  - Billy Hickman
  - Steve Gooch
  - Bo Hatchett
  - John Albers
  - Marty Harbin
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  - literacy
  - education
  - legislative honors
  - Georgia Council on Literacy
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# SR 138. Georgia Reads Coach Malcolm Mitchell; recognize

## Text

Senate Resolution 138
By: Senators Hickman of the 4th, Gooch of the 51st, Hatchett of the 50th, Albers of the 56th
and Harbin of the 16th
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commending Georgia Reads Coach Malcolm Mitchell; and for other
purposes.
WHEREAS, literacy skills are necessary for life and work; improving literacy in all age
groups is a moral imperative and necessary for Georgia's workforce and thriving economy;
and
WHEREAS, in 2023, the General Assembly recognized the importance of literacy with the
passage of two bills: SB 211, which created the Georgia Council on Literacy, and HB 538,
which required comprehensive education reforms for reading instruction in the science of
reading; and
WHEREAS, the Georgia Council on Literacy and its 30 members began work on July 1,
2023, monitoring the implementation of the Early Literacy Act, reviewing literacy data
among various populations, and creating Georgia's 2030 State Literacy Plan with the goal
of becoming the state with the greatest literacy gains in the country and ensuring that every
child is a reader, every teacher is prepared, and every community is supported; and
WHEREAS, Malcolm Mitchell, Super Bowl champion, author, and speaker, was named the
Georgia Reads Coach by the Georgia Council on Literacy and was tasked by the council to
help Georgia reach its goal of all citizens possessing the literacy skills essential for both
workforce and daily life; and
WHEREAS, founder of the Share the Magic Foundation and player for both the University
of Georgia Bulldogs and New England Patriots, Malcolm has demonstrated his energy,
dedication, and commitment to inspiring kids to read; and
WHEREAS, through in-school programs, virtual challenges, and community partner
programs, the Share the Magic Foundation has reached students not only in Atlanta and
across Georgia but also in all 50 states and in 17 countries; and
WHEREAS, Malcolm's ability to connect with young students makes his Read with Malcolm
programs effective in motivating children to read, parents to serve as role models, and
communities to join in turning around the state's literacy challenges and turning the page to
a brighter future for all Georgians.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body
recognize and commend Georgia Reads Coach Malcolm Mitchell for his important work in
using literacy to empower individuals to find successful careers, keep healthy, and contribute
to their family and community.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed
to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Georgia Reads
Coach Malcolm Mitchell.

## Summaries written by Georgia Commons

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A Senate resolution formally recognizes Malcolm Mitchell, a former University of Georgia and NFL player, for his work as Georgia's Reads Coach promoting childhood literacy.

### Plain-language summary

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate honoring Malcolm Mitchell, a Super Bowl champion, author, and founder of the Share the Magic Foundation, who was named Georgia Reads Coach by the Georgia Council on Literacy. The resolution recounts recent state literacy efforts, including the 2023 creation of the Georgia Council on Literacy and reading instruction reforms, and credits Mitchell's foundation with reaching students across Georgia, all 50 states, and 17 countries through in-school and community reading programs.
The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It formally commends Mitchell for his literacy work and directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for him. It is a symbolic honor rather than a substantive policy change.

### What it does

- Formally recognizes and commends Malcolm Mitchell for his work as Georgia Reads Coach promoting literacy across the state.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Malcolm Mitchell.
- Recites the history of recent Georgia literacy legislation, including the 2023 creation of the Georgia Council on Literacy and reading instruction reforms.
- Does not create any new law, funding, or program; it is a ceremonial statement by the Senate.

### Who it affects

The resolution directly names Malcolm Mitchell and the Georgia Council on Literacy. It has no binding effect on the public, schools, or state agencies, though it references the Council's ongoing literacy work affecting students and teachers statewide.

### Why it matters

The resolution carries no legal force and changes nothing in day-to-day life for Georgians. Its significance is symbolic, publicly honoring an individual's literacy advocacy and highlighting the state's broader efforts to improve reading outcomes among children.

### Key provisions

- The whereas clauses describe the 2023 creation of the Georgia Council on Literacy (SB 211) and reading instruction reforms (HB 538).
- The resolution recognizes Malcolm Mitchell's role as Georgia Reads Coach and his Share the Magic Foundation's reach across Georgia, all 50 states, and 17 countries.
- The resolved clause commends Mitchell for using literacy to empower individuals in careers, health, and community life.
- The final clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide Mitchell with a copy of the resolution.

## Status

- Status: Passed (2025-02-06)
- Last action: Senate Read and Adopted (2025-02-06)
- Sponsors: Billy Hickman, Steve Gooch, Bo Hatchett, John Albers, Marty Harbin
- Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/70003

> The history, votes, and amendments (94 characters) are at https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/sr138.md?full=1