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title: HR 31. Haiti National Football Team; qualifying for and competing in the 2026 FIFA World Cup; recognize
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cite_as: HR 31, 2026 Special Session (Ga.)
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date: 2026-06-22
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bill_number: HR 31
session: 2026 Special Session
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chamber: House
bill_type: resolution
status_date: 2026-06-22
last_action: House Read and Adopted
sponsors:
  - Segun Adeyina
  - Arlene Beckles
  - Robert Dawson
  - Kim Schofield
  - Rhonda Burnough
  - El-Mahdi Holly
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  - Haiti National Football Team
  - 2026 FIFA World Cup
  - Haitian-American community
  - legislative recognition
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# HR 31. Haiti National Football Team; qualifying for and competing in the 2026 FIFA World Cup; recognize

## Text

House Resolution 31EX
By: Representatives Adeyina of the 110th, Beckles of the 96th, Dawson of the 65th, Schofield
of the 63rd, Burnough of the 77th, and others
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and honoring the Haiti National Football Team for qualifying for and competing
in the 2026 FIFA World Cup; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, the people of the State of Georgia join millions of supporters around the world
in celebrating the remarkable achievement of the Haiti National Football Team, known
affectionately as Les Grenadiers, in qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, marking Haiti's
first appearance in the tournament since 1974; and
WHEREAS, Haiti's qualification ended a 52-year absence from the world's most prestigious
sporting event and stands as a testament to the resilience, determination, and excellence of
Haitian athletes and coaches; and
WHEREAS, under the leadership of Head Coach Sébastien Migné, Haiti earned its place
among the world's elite football nations and has inspired Haitians and supporters throughout
the State of Georgia, the United States, and the global Haitian diaspora; and
WHEREAS, the State of Georgia is home to one of the largest Haitian-American
communities in the southeastern United States, whose cultural, economic, educational, civic,
and entrepreneurial contributions enrich the fabric of our state every day; and
H. R. 31EX
WHEREAS, the Georgia Haitian-American Chamber of Commerce Inc. (GAHCCI),
representing Haitian-American businesses, professionals, entrepreneurs, and community
leaders throughout the State of Georgia, has been a steadfast advocate for the advancement,
visibility, and success of the Haitian community and proudly joins in celebrating the historic
achievement of the Haiti National Football Team; and
WHEREAS, the Georgia Haitian-American Chamber of Commerce Inc. recognizes the Haiti
National Football Team's participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup as a moment of
extraordinary national pride and international recognition, reflecting the resilience,
excellence, and enduring spirit of the Haitian people and serving as an inspiration to
Haitian-Americans across Georgia and the nation; and
WHEREAS, the accomplishments of Haiti's national team serve as a powerful symbol of
hope, unity, perseverance, and national pride during a historic moment for the Haitian
people; and
WHEREAS, the members of the Haiti National Football Team whose talent, dedication, and
commitment earned the honor of representing the Republic of Haiti at the 2026 FIFA World
Cup are Goalkeepers Josue Duverger, Alexandre Pierre, and Johny Placide; Defenders
Ricardo Ade, Carlens Arcus, Hannes Delcroix, Jean-Kevin Duverne, Martin Experience,
Duke Lacroix, Garven Metusala, Wilguens Paugain, and Keeto Thermoncy; Midfielders Carl
Fred Sainte, Jean-Ricner Bellegarde, Danley Jean Jacques, Woodensky Pierre, and
Dominique Simon; and Forwards Josue Casimir, Louicius Deedson, Derrick Etienne Jr.,
Yassin Fortune, Wilson Isidor, Lenny Joseph, Duckens Nazon, Frantzdy Pierrot, and Ruben
Providence; and
H. R. 31EX
WHEREAS, the coaching and technical staff, led by Head Coach Sébastien Migné, have
demonstrated exceptional leadership, discipline, and commitment in preparing and guiding
the Haiti National Football Team to compete on the world stage and have played an integral
role in this historic achievement; and
WHEREAS, these players, coaches, and support personnel have become ambassadors for
Haiti and role models for future generations of athletes throughout Georgia, the United
States, Haiti, and the broader Caribbean community; and
WHEREAS, the State of Georgia proudly recognizes the dedication, sacrifice, and
achievement demonstrated by the Haiti National Football Team as they represent their nation
on the global stage and inspire people around the world through their perseverance and
sportsmanship.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body recognize and honor the Haiti National Football Team, Head
Coach Sébastien Migné, the coaching staff, and all players for their historic qualification for
and participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to the
public and the press.
H. R. 31EX

## Summaries written by Georgia Commons

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A Georgia House resolution honors the Haiti National Football Team for qualifying for and competing in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Haiti's first appearance in the tournament since 1974.

### Plain-language summary

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives, not a change to state law. It recognizes the Haiti National Football Team, known as Les Grenadiers, for qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a 52 year absence from the tournament.
The resolution names Head Coach Sebastien Migne and lists the players and coaching staff by position. It also acknowledges Georgia's large Haitian-American community and the Georgia Haitian-American Chamber of Commerce Inc. for their support of the team. The resolution directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make copies available for distribution to the public and the press.

### What it does

- Formally recognizes and honors the Haiti National Football Team and Head Coach Sebastien Migne for qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
- Names and lists by position the goalkeepers, defenders, midfielders, and forwards on the team's roster.
- Acknowledges Georgia's Haitian-American community and the Georgia Haitian-American Chamber of Commerce Inc. for their role in celebrating the achievement.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare copies of the resolution for distribution to the public and the press.

### Who it affects

The resolution primarily honors the Haiti National Football Team, its coaching staff, and Head Coach Sebastien Migne. It also recognizes Georgia's Haitian-American community and the Georgia Haitian-American Chamber of Commerce Inc., though it creates no legal obligations for any of them.

### Why it matters

The resolution carries no legal or financial effect, but it is an official public statement from the Georgia House of Representatives celebrating the team's achievement and Georgia's Haitian-American community, and copies will be distributed publicly and to the press.

### Key provisions

- The resolving clause formally recognizes and honors the Haiti National Football Team, Head Coach Sebastien Migne, coaching staff, and all players for reaching the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make copies available to the public and press.
- The whereas clauses recite the team's history, its 52 year absence from the World Cup, and Georgia's Haitian-American community context, but carry no operative legal effect.

## Status

- Status: Passed (2026-06-22)
- Last action: House Read and Adopted (2026-06-22)
- Sponsors: Segun Adeyina, Arlene Beckles, Robert Dawson, Kim Schofield, Rhonda Burnough, El-Mahdi Holly
- Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74891

> The history, votes, and amendments (131 characters) are at https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2026-special/hr31.md?full=1