Georgia CommonsHR 19: Georges, Debrah; commend
Last action June 20, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally commends Debrah Georges, an Antiguan American community leader and civic advocate, for more than two decades of public service in Georgia.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Debrah Georges for her community and civic work. It does not change any Georgia law or create new rules; it simply recognizes her contributions and directs an official copy of the resolution be given to her. The resolution describes her decades of work in civic engagement, cultural preservation, and volunteerism, her leadership roles in community organizations, her efforts around education and voter engagement, and her professional career in financial services, banking, technology, healthcare, and government. The House resolves to commend her and instructs the Clerk of the House to distribute a copy of the resolution to her.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Debrah Georges for her community service and civic contributions in Georgia.
- States the House's appreciation for her decades of work in civic engagement, cultural preservation, and community development.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Debrah Georges.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement; it is a symbolic statement by the House.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names and honors Debrah Georges. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who is directed to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to her.
Why it matters
The resolution has no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians generally. Its significance is symbolic, giving official recognition from the Georgia House of Representatives to an individual's community service and career.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe Debrah Georges' background as an Antiguan American community leader and her decades of civic and professional work in Georgia.
- The first resolving clause states the House's recognition and commendation of her contributions to the community and public service.
- The second resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to her.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Debrah Georges for her outstanding contributions to the community, her commitment to public service, and her lasting impact on the lives of countless individuals and families throughout Georgia.”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Gabe Okoye (D, HD-102)
- Mekyah McQueen (D, HD-061)
- Dewey McClain (D, HD-109)
- Segun Adeyina (D, HD-110)
- Arlene Beckles (D, HD-096)
Topics
- commendation resolution
- community service recognition
- Georgia House of Representatives