HR1126: HR1126 Zirpoli, Ron; commend

This resolution is a ceremonial honor from the Georgia House of Representatives rather than a change to state law. It celebrates Ron Zirpoli's 75th birthday on January 24, 2026, describing his travels to more than 83 countries and his work as a travel photographer documenting human rights violations, civil wars, and natural landmarks. The resolution also highlights his decades of political campaign work, including support for Atlanta Mayor Shirley Franklin, Macon's first Black mayor Jack Ellis, Atlanta Mayor Andrew Young, several Atlanta City Council members, and Georgia Representative Park Cannon. It notes his community organizing in Philadelphia, Baltimore, Cleveland, and Georgia. The House formally commends and congratulates Zirpoli and directs the Clerk of the House to provide him a copy of the resolution.

• Formally commends and congratulates Ron Zirpoli on his 75th birthday on behalf of the Georgia House of Representatives.
• Recites his travel history to more than 83 countries and his work documenting human rights issues as a photographer.
• Recognizes his support for political campaigns of Georgia and national figures, including Atlanta mayors and a state representative.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Zirpoli.

The resolution directly names and honors Ron Zirpoli. It also references several Georgia public figures whose past campaigns he supported, including Atlanta Mayors Shirley Franklin and Andrew Young, Macon Mayor Jack Ellis, and Georgia Representative Park Cannon.

This is a symbolic honor with no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians. It does not change any Georgia law, create funding, or impose requirements; its practical effect is limited to a formal House record and a keepsake copy given to Zirpoli.

• The whereas clauses describe Zirpoli's travels to over 83 countries and his photography documenting human rights violations and natural sites.
• The whereas clauses detail his involvement in political campaigns for Atlanta and Macon mayors, Atlanta City Council members, and a Georgia state representative.
• The resolved clause formally commends and congratulates Zirpoli and wishes him continued health and happiness.
• The final clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to Zirpoli.

1. 2026-01-28House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-01-28House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-01-28House Hopper (House)

• Park Cannon (D, HD-058)Primary sponsor

• commendation resolution
• Georgia House of Representatives
• Atlanta politics
• civic recognition