Georgia CommonsHR 58: Bell, Former State Representative Simone; distinguished public service, leadership, and contributions to the State of Georgia; recognize
Last action June 23, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution honors former State Representative Simone Bell of Atlanta for her public service and her historic 2009 election as one of the state's first African American and LGBTQ legislators.
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In plain language
This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives formally recognizes former State Representative Simone Bell for her career in public service. It recounts her path from student at Agnes Scott College to community organizer, and then to her 2009 election to the Georgia House, which the resolution describes as historic for African American and LGBTQ representation in state government. The resolution commends Bell for her service during her time in the House and for her continued civic engagement and advocacy work after leaving office. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Bell. Like most such resolutions, it does not change any Georgia law; it is a formal statement of recognition adopted by the chamber.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends former State Representative Simone Bell for her public service and leadership.
- States that her 2009 election to the Georgia House of Representatives was historic for African American and LGBTQ representation.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Bell.
- Does not create, amend, or repeal any Georgia statute; it is a ceremonial statement adopted by the House.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names former State Representative Simone Bell and her wife, Val, who are recognized and welcomed by the House. It does not impose obligations on the public, businesses, or government agencies beyond the Clerk of the House preparing a commemorative copy.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or financial effect on Georgians generally, but it places an official record of the General Assembly's recognition of a former legislator's career and historic election into the state's legislative history.
Key provisions
- The resolved clause has the House of Representatives recognize and commend Simone Bell for her public service, leadership, and contributions.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare an appropriate copy of the resolution for Bell.
- The whereas clauses describe her background, her 2009 election, and her continued advocacy work after leaving office.
From the bill
“in 2009, Simone Bell was elected to the Georgia House of Representatives, making history as a trailblazer for African American and LGBTQ representation in state government and public service”
“the members of this body are honored to welcome Simone Bell and her wife, Val, to the House of Representatives and to recognize her lasting contributions to the State of Georgia”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Karla Drenner (D, HD-085)
- Park Cannon (D, HD-058)
- Samuel Park (D, HD-107)
- Marvin Lim (D, HD-098)
- Bryce Berry (D, HD-056)
- Stacey Evans (D, HD-057)
Topics
- state legislature honors
- Georgia House of Representatives
- LGBTQ representation
- civic recognition