Georgia CommonsHR 29: Powell, Pastor Arthur L.; outstanding ministry, leadership, and service to the citizens of Clayton County and the State of Georgia; recognize
Last action June 22, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally recognizes Pastor Arthur L. Powell of Clayton County for his decades of ministry, leadership, and community service.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Pastor Arthur L. Powell, longtime pastor of Travelers Rest Missionary Baptist Church in Morrow, Georgia. It recounts his life story, from his calling to ministry in 1974 to his leadership of the church since 1986, growing it from a small congregation into one with more than 1,500 members and over 40 ministries. The resolution lists his education, community involvement, and awards, then formally commends him for his service to Clayton County and the State of Georgia. It directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Pastor Powell. The resolution does not change any Georgia law; it is a formal statement of recognition.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Pastor Arthur L. Powell for his ministry and community service in Clayton County and Georgia.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute an official copy of the resolution to Pastor Powell.
- Extends the House's best wishes to Pastor Powell for continued health and success.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement, as is typical for a commendatory resolution.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names and honors Pastor Arthur L. Powell and mentions his church, Travelers Rest Missionary Baptist Church, his family, and various Clayton County community and religious organizations he has been involved with. It has no regulatory effect on the public.
Why it matters
This resolution has no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians generally. Its significance is symbolic: it gives official, public recognition from the Georgia House of Representatives to a Clayton County religious and community leader for his decades of service.
Key provisions
- The resolution's whereas clauses detail Pastor Powell's biography, ministry milestones, education, and honors received.
- The resolved clause formally commends Pastor Powell for his ministry, leadership, and dedication to the people of Georgia.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to him.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Pastor Arthur L. Powell for his extraordinary ministry, leadership, and dedication to the people of Georgia”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Sandra Scott (D, HD-076)
Topics
- commendation resolution
- Clayton County
- religious leadership
- Georgia House of Representatives