Georgia CommonsSR 709: Lazzara, Christopher M.; recognize
Last action February 6, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution formally recognizes and commends Christopher M. Lazzara, a Georgia entrepreneur and philanthropist, for his business, educational, and charitable work.
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In plain language
This resolution is a ceremonial honor from the Georgia Senate rather than a change to state law. It recognizes Christopher M. Lazzara for founding MountainStar Partners in 2013, co-founding the Georgia School of Orthodontics with his father in 2016, and serving in leadership roles with several nonprofit and community organizations. It also notes that he founded the Isa Elaine Foundation after his daughter developed a rare pediatric disease, to support research and resources for similar patients. The resolution does not create any new requirement, funding, or penalty. It simply states the Senate's recognition and commendation of Lazzara, wishes him continued health and success, and directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide him a copy of the resolution.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Christopher M. Lazzara on behalf of the Georgia Senate.
- States the Senate's best wishes for his continued health, happiness, and success.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Lazzara.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory change; it is purely a ceremonial statement.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names and honors one individual, Christopher M. Lazzara. It does not impose duties or effects on the general public, businesses, or government agencies beyond the Secretary of the Senate's administrative task of distributing a copy.
Why it matters
The resolution has no practical legal effect on Georgians; it is a symbolic statement of appreciation. Its significance is limited to publicly honoring Lazzara's business, educational, and philanthropic contributions in Georgia's official legislative record.
Key provisions
- The resolution's whereas clauses describe Lazzara's founding of MountainStar Partners in 2013 and his role as CEO overseeing investment strategy.
- It notes his 2016 co-founding of the Georgia School of Orthodontics and leadership roles on its Board of Trustees.
- It describes his founding of the Isa Elaine Foundation after his daughter's rare pediatric disease diagnosis.
- The resolved clause formally commends Lazzara and extends the Senate's wishes for his continued success.
- A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy available for distribution to him.
From the bill
“Christopher Lazzara founded MountainStar Partners in 2013, and as Chief Executive Officer, he diligently leads the firm’s investment committee, directs investment strategy”
“Christopher Lazzara founded the Isa Elaine Foundation which is committed to sharing research, clinical application, and financial resources to help other patients experiencing similar challenges”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Emanuel Jones (D, SD-010)
- Kenya Wicks (D, SD-034)
- Nan Orrock (D, SD-036)
- Kim Jackson (D, SD-041)
- Tonya Anderson (D, SD-043)
- RaShaun Kemp (D, SD-038)
- Sonya Halpern (D, SD-039)
- Elena Parent (D, SD-044)
- Harold Jones (D, SD-022)
- Gail Davenport (D, SD-017)
- Randal Mangham (D, SD-055)
- Sheikh Rahman (D, SD-005)
- Jaha Howard (D, SD-035)
Topics
- ceremonial resolution
- Georgia Senate honor
- community leadership
- philanthropy