Georgia CommonsHR 41: Blakey, Jennifer; commend
Last action June 22, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally commends Jennifer Blakey, a longtime elementary school teacher in DeKalb and Cherokee counties, upon her retirement after more than 36 years of service.
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In plain language
This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honors Jennifer Blakey, a teacher who spent more than 36 years working with elementary school students in DeKalb and Cherokee counties. It recounts her career, including being named Teacher of the Year twice, and praises her dedication to education and her community. The resolution does not change any law. It simply states that the House recognizes and commends Blakey for her career and congratulates her on her retirement. It also directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Blakey herself.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Jennifer Blakey for her more than 36 years of service as an elementary school teacher.
- States the House's congratulations to Blakey on the occasion of her retirement.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Blakey.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names and honors Jennifer Blakey, a retired teacher who worked in DeKalb and Cherokee county schools. It has no effect on other individuals, agencies, or the public beyond this personal commendation.
Why it matters
This is a ceremonial resolution rather than a law, so it does not change policy, funding, or anyone's legal rights. Its practical effect is limited to giving Blakey and her community a formal, on-the-record recognition of her teaching career from the Georgia House.
Key provisions
- The resolution's whereas clauses describe Blakey's 36-plus years of teaching elementary students in DeKalb and Cherokee counties and her two Teacher of the Year honors.
- The resolved clause formally commends Blakey for her career and congratulates her on retiring.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to provide her a copy of the resolution.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Jennifer Blakey for her dedication to excellence in her career and congratulate her upon the grand occasion of her retirement”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Scott Hilton (R, HD-048)
Topics
- commendation resolution
- education
- teacher recognition
- DeKalb County
- Cherokee County