Georgia CommonsSenate · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session
SR 332: Northeast High School Raiders Football Team; congratulate
Last action March 4, 2025 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution formally congratulates the Northeast High School Raiders football team of Macon for its historic run to the 2024 GHSA Class A Division 1 State Championship game.
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In plain language
This resolution is a ceremonial statement from the Georgia Senate honoring the Northeast High School Raiders football team, based in Macon, Georgia. It does not change any law. Instead, it recognizes the team's 12-3 season under Head Coach Jeremy Wiggins and its first-ever trip to the GHSA Class A Division 1 State Championship game. The resolution highlights individual player achievements, including a running back who rushed for 2,494 yards, a quarterback with 1,000 rushing and 1,000 passing yards, and a defensive player with 10 interceptions. It also notes the team hosted Macon's first home semifinal game since 1975. The Senate directs its Secretary to prepare a copy of the resolution for the team.
What the bill does
- Formally congratulates the Northeast High School Raiders football team on its 2024 season and state championship game appearance.
- Recognizes specific statistical achievements of named players, including rushing yards, tackles, and interceptions.
- Credits Head Coach Jeremy Wiggins for leading the team to a 12-3 record.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to the football team.
Who it affects
The Northeast High School Raiders football team, its head coach and named players, and the East Macon community are named in the resolution. It has no legal or financial effect on any other Georgians.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal force and changes no law, but it gives official state recognition to a Macon-area high school football team's historic season, which can be a source of community pride and local morale.
Key provisions
- The resolving clause states the Senate congratulates the team on its season, championship game run, and impact on the community.
- A further resolution directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy available for distribution to the team.
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- David Lucas (D, SD-26)
- Rick Williams (R, SD-25)
- John F. Kennedy (R, SD-18)
Topics
- high school sports
- Macon-Bibb County
- football
- legislative honors