Georgia CommonsHR1167: HR1167 McColumn, Yolanda Vanessa Kendrick; retirement; commend
Last action January 29, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution commends Yolanda Vanessa Kendrick McColumn, a Morehouse College employee, on her retirement and recognizes her years of service to the college and community.
In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives. It does not change any law. Instead, it formally recognizes Yolanda Vanessa Kendrick McColumn for her long service at Morehouse College and her involvement in her community, including her church and sorority activities. The resolution states that the House commends her for her public service, congratulates her on her retirement, and wishes her continued health and happiness. It also directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for her.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Yolanda Vanessa Kendrick McColumn for her service to Morehouse College and the state.
- Congratulates her on her retirement and extends best wishes for her health and happiness.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute an official copy of the resolution to her.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names and honors one individual, Yolanda Vanessa Kendrick McColumn, and involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who must prepare a copy for her. It has no broader legal effect on other Georgians.
Why it matters
The resolution carries symbolic weight rather than legal consequences. It gives official public recognition from the Georgia House of Representatives to an individual's career and community involvement, but it creates no new rights, funding, or obligations for anyone else.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe her service to Morehouse College and her community and personal activities.
- The resolved clause has the House of Representatives commend and congratulate her on her retirement.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to her.
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Doreen Carter (D, HD-093)
- Bryce Berry (D, HD-056)
- Arlene Beckles (D, HD-096)
- Miriam Paris (D, HD-142)
- El-Mahdi Holly (D, HD-116)
Topics
- ceremonial resolution
- Morehouse College
- retirement recognition