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House · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session

HR1253: HR1253 Drake, Brianne; commend

Last action February 5, 2026 · House Read and Adopted

A House resolution commends Brianne Drake, the first Black president of the Georgia Association of REALTORS, for her career achievements and service to the real estate industry.

In plain language

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Brianne Drake, an associate broker who became the first Black president of the Georgia Association of REALTORS. The resolution lists her professional accomplishments, including being named REALTOR of the Year twice by the Metro South Association of REALTORS, receiving leadership awards, and holding national and state leadership roles within REALTOR organizations. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It formally recognizes and commends Drake for her contributions to the real estate industry and directs the Clerk of the House to provide her with a copy of the resolution as a keepsake.

What the bill does

  • Formally recognizes and commends Brianne Drake for her contributions to the Georgia Association of REALTORS.
  • Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Drake.
  • Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement; it is a ceremonial statement by the House.

Who it affects

The resolution directly names and honors Brianne Drake, an associate broker and REALTOR association leader. It has no legal effect on other Georgians, businesses, or state agencies.

Why it matters

This resolution has no practical or legal effect on Georgians; it is a symbolic honor. Its significance is limited to publicly recognizing Drake's professional achievements and historic role as the first Black president of the Georgia Association of REALTORS.

Key provisions

  • The whereas clauses recount Drake's career history, awards (including REALTOR of the Year in 2011 and 2018), and leadership roles in state and national REALTOR organizations.
  • The resolved clause formally commends Drake and extends best wishes for continued success.
  • A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to Drake.

Status timeline

  1. 2026-02-05House Read and Adopted (House)
  2. 2026-02-05House First Readers (House)
  3. 2026-02-05House Hopper (House)

Sponsors

  • Demetrius Douglas (D, HD-078)Primary sponsor
  • Clint Crowe (R, HD-118)
  • Dale Washburn (R, HD-144)
  • Miriam Paris (D, HD-142)
  • Beth Camp (R, HD-135)

Topics

  • ceremonial resolution
  • real estate industry
  • Georgia Association of REALTORS
  • honorary recognition

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