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HR1069: HR1069 Gwinnett Chamber Day at the state capitol; January 27, 2026; recognize

Last action January 27, 2026 · House Read and Adopted

A House resolution designates January 27, 2026 as Gwinnett Chamber Day at the Georgia State Capitol, honoring the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce and its leaders.

In plain language

This resolution is a ceremonial statement from the Georgia House of Representatives. It recognizes January 27, 2026 as Gwinnett Chamber Day at the state capitol, marking the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce's 78th Annual Dinner and honoring several of its leaders and members. The resolution recounts the chamber's history since 1947, its membership size, its role supporting international businesses in Gwinnett County, and recent economic investment figures tied to Partnership Gwinnett. It does not change any Georgia law. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce.

What the bill does

  • Formally designates January 27, 2026 as Gwinnett Chamber Day at the Georgia State Capitol.
  • Extends the House of Representatives' recognition and best wishes to the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce for its continued growth and success.
  • Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce.
  • Does not create, amend, or repeal any Georgia statute; it is a ceremonial recognition only.

Who it affects

The resolution directly names the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce, its leadership, and several honored individuals. It has no legal effect on the general public, businesses, or government agencies beyond the symbolic recognition.

Why it matters

Because this is a ceremonial resolution, it carries no binding legal or financial consequences for Georgians. Its main effect is a public, official acknowledgment of the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce's role in the local business community.

Key provisions

  • The resolving clause recognizes January 27, 2026 as Gwinnett Chamber Day at the state capitol and wishes the chamber continued success.
  • A further resolution directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy available to the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce.
  • The preamble (whereas clauses) cites the chamber's founding in 1947, its membership of over 2,200 members representing 22,000 businesses, and support for 10,000 sole proprietors.
  • The preamble notes over $343 million in capital investment supported by Partnership Gwinnett, generating 1,100 new jobs and retaining 1,300 jobs.

Status timeline

  1. 2026-01-27House Read and Adopted (House)
  2. 2026-01-27House First Readers (House)
  3. 2026-01-27House Hopper (House)

Sponsors

  • Matt Reeves (R, HD-099)Primary sponsor
  • Jasmine Clark (D, HD-108)
  • Chuck Efstration (R, HD-104)
  • Soo Hong (R, HD-103)
  • Reynaldo Martinez (R, HD-111)

Topics

  • Gwinnett County
  • chamber of commerce
  • ceremonial resolution
  • economic development

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