Senate Resolution 915
By: Senators Jones II of the 22nd, Walker III of the 20th, Anavitarte of the 31st, Parent of
the 44th, Brass of the 6th and others
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commending Maya T. Prabhu for her outstanding work with The Atlanta
Journal-Constitution as a statehouse reporter covering Georgia government and politics; and
for other purposes.
WHEREAS, Maya T. Prabhu began her career with The Atlanta Journal-Constitution in
2017 with a focus on pivotal social issues, including impeccable reporting on reproductive
healthcare, the criminal justice system, and legislative politics; and
WHEREAS, a graduate of Spelman College, Maya obtained her Masters in Journalism with
a concentration in public affairs reporting from the University of Maryland; and
WHEREAS, she maintains a record of awards for her exceptional reporting and storytelling,
including being a four time Salute to Excellence Award finalist, issued by the National
Association of Black Journalists; and
WHEREAS, Maya is also a 2020 Salute to Excellence Award finalist for her work in
legislative reporting with The Atlanta Journal-Constitution in the category of Single Story
in A Newspaper circulation under 150,000; and
WHEREAS, she has continuously gone above and beyond in her pursuits to empower the
people of Georgia through truth, storytelling, and transparent reflections of the lives' of
everyday Georgians; and
WHEREAS, Maya is the embodiment of integrity, excellence, and esteemed character, and
her work is a reflection of courageous and groundbreaking journalism; and
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the outstanding accomplishments of this
remarkable and distinguished journalist be appropriately honored.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body
recognize and commend Maya T. Prabhu for her time, dedication, and excellent work with
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution as well as extend best wishes for her continued success.
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 Maya T. Prabhu.