HR1228: HR1228 Lazzara, Christopher M.; commend

This resolution is a ceremonial statement from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Christopher M. Lazzara. It does not change any Georgia law; instead it recognizes his career founding MountainStar Partners in 2013 and co-founding the Georgia School of Orthodontics in 2016 with his father, along with his leadership roles on several nonprofit and civic boards. The resolution also notes that Lazzara founded the Isa Elaine Foundation after his infant daughter was diagnosed with a rare, incurable pediatric disease, to support research and resources for similar patients. The House directs its Clerk to prepare a copy of the resolution for Lazzara as a keepsake.

• Formally recognizes and commends Christopher M. Lazzara for his business and philanthropic work.
• States the House's best wishes for his continued health, happiness, and success.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Lazzara.
• Does not create, amend, or repeal any Georgia statute or appropriate any funds.

The resolution directly names and honors Christopher M. Lazzara. It has no regulatory or financial effect on other Georgians, businesses, or state agencies beyond the House Clerk's task of preparing a commemorative copy.

This is a symbolic honor rather than a policy change, so it does not alter any rights, duties, or funding in Georgia. Its practical effect is limited to public recognition of Lazzara's career and charitable efforts, including the pediatric disease research foundation he started for his daughter.

• The whereas clauses describe Lazzara's founding of MountainStar Partners in 2013 and his role as CEO overseeing investment strategy.
• The whereas clauses describe his co-founding of the Georgia School of Orthodontics in 2016 and his leadership roles on its Board of Trustees.
• The whereas clauses describe his founding of the Isa Elaine Foundation after his daughter's diagnosis with a rare pediatric disease.
• The resolving clause formally commends Lazzara and extends the House's best wishes.
• The final clause directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy for distribution to Lazzara.

1. 2026-02-04House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-02-04House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-02-04House Hopper (House)

• Ron Stephens (R, HD-164)Primary sponsor

• commendation resolution
• Georgia entrepreneurs
• philanthropy
• Georgia House of Representatives