HR1073: HR1073 Diamond, Shirley; commend

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives, not a change to state law. It recognizes Shirley Diamond, an Atlanta based rhythm and blues, jazz, rock, and gospel singer, for her career and contributions to music and the arts in Georgia. The resolution states that the House commends Diamond and wishes her continued health, happiness, and success. It also directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to her. The resolution creates no new rules, funding, or legal requirements; its only effect is the formal recognition itself.

• Formally recognizes and commends Shirley Diamond, an Atlanta singer, for her contributions to music and the arts in Georgia.
• Extends the House's best wishes to Diamond for continued health, happiness, and success.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Diamond.
• Creates no changes to Georgia law, funding, or regulations, since it is a ceremonial resolution rather than a bill.

The resolution directly names and honors Shirley Diamond, an Atlanta based singer. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who is directed to prepare a copy for her.

The resolution has no legal or regulatory effect; it does not change any Georgia law or spend state money. Its significance is symbolic, serving as an official public acknowledgment by the Georgia House of Representatives of an individual Georgian's artistic career.

• The whereas clauses describe Shirley Diamond's musical career, including performances at Atlanta venues such as the Tabernacle and Underground Atlanta.
• The resolved clause formally commends Diamond for her contributions to music and arts in Georgia and wishes her continued health and success.
• A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to distribute a copy of the resolution to Diamond.

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

• Mack Jackson (D, HD-128)Primary sponsor

• ceremonial resolution
• Georgia musicians
• Atlanta arts
• House of Representatives honors