Georgia CommonsSenate · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session
SR 502: Carter, Henry; recognize
Last action March 31, 2025 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution recognizes Henry Carter, a Midtown High School student, for winning the GHSA 4A State Literary Championship in extemporaneous speaking.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate, not a change to state law. It honors Henry Carter, a student at Midtown High School, for winning the top title in the GHSA 4A State Literary Championship in Domestic and International Extemporaneous Speaking. The resolution states that the Senate recognizes and commends Carter for his achievement and wishes him future success. It also directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Carter, so he has a formal record of the honor.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Henry Carter for winning the GHSA 4A State Literary Championship in extemporaneous speaking.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Henry Carter.
- Extends the Senate's best wishes to Carter for future success but creates no legal requirements or funding.
Who it affects
This resolution directly affects Henry Carter, a student at Midtown High School, and involves the Secretary of the Senate, who is tasked with preparing a copy for him. It does not impose obligations on any broader group of Georgians.
Why it matters
The resolution has no effect on Georgia law or policy. Its practical significance is symbolic: it gives Henry Carter and his school public recognition from the state Senate for his academic and competitive achievement.
Key provisions
- The resolved clause states the Senate recognizes and commends Henry Carter for winning the GHSA 4A State Literary Championship.
- The further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to Carter.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Henry Carter on winning the GHSA 4A State Literary Championship and extend best wishes for success in the future.”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Jason Esteves (D, SD-35)
- Sonya Halpern (D, SD-39)
- Nan Orrock (D, SD-36)
- Elena Parent (D, SD-44)
- Donzella James (D, SD-28)
- Sally Harrell (D, SD-40)
- Tonya Anderson (D, SD-43)
- Gail Davenport (D, SD-17)
- RaShaun Kemp (D, SD-38)
- Kim Jackson (D, SD-41)
Topics
- student achievement
- Georgia Senate resolution
- GHSA competition
- Midtown High School