HR1169: HR1169 The Effingham County Chamber of Commerce, the Effingham County Industrial Development Authority, and their partners in conjunction with Effingham Day at the Capitol; exceptional leadership, collaboration, and economic impact in Effingham County; recognize

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives rather than a law that changes anyone's rights or duties. It recognizes the Effingham County Chamber of Commerce and the Effingham County Industrial Development Authority for their collaboration on economic development and business advocacy in Effingham County, part of Georgia's Coastal Empire region. The resolution highlights Effingham Day at the Capitol, an annual event organized by the Chamber that brings state and local leaders together to discuss the county's economic priorities. It specifically commends Susan Kraut, the Chamber's president and CEO, Brandt Herndon, CEO of the Industrial Development Authority, and Brett Bennett, the Chamber's Board Chair. It directs the Clerk of the House to distribute copies of the resolution to these individuals and organizations.

• Formally commends the Effingham County Chamber of Commerce and the Effingham County Industrial Development Authority for their economic development work.
• Recognizes Effingham Day at the Capitol as an example of effective business advocacy and regional leadership.
• Honors three named individuals, Susan Kraut, Brandt Herndon, and Brett Bennett, for their leadership roles.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute copies of the resolution to the honorees.

The resolution directly names and honors the Effingham County Chamber of Commerce, the Effingham County Industrial Development Authority, and three individuals: Susan Kraut, Brandt Herndon, and Brett Bennett. It does not impose obligations on the general public.

This resolution carries no legal or financial effect; it does not create programs, spend money, or change any Georgia law. Its practical significance is symbolic, giving public recognition from the state legislature to a local chamber of commerce and development authority for their economic development efforts.

• The resolution's whereas clauses describe the Chamber's role in convening Effingham Day at the Capitol and its partnership with the Industrial Development Authority.
• The resolved clause formally commends both organizations and recognizes Effingham Day at the Capitol as a model of business advocacy.
• The resolved clause also honors Susan Kraut, Brandt Herndon, and Brett Bennett by name for their leadership contributions.
• A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to distribute copies of the resolution to the named organizations and individuals.

1. 2026-01-29House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-01-29House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-01-29House Hopper (House)

• Jon Burns (R, HD-159)Primary sponsor
• Bill Hitchens (R, HD-161)

• economic development
• Effingham County
• chamber of commerce
• legislative honors