HR1254: HR1254 Tartan Trot; commend

This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives commends the Tartan Trot, a charity run/walk event hosted by Saint Luke's Presbyterian Church in Dunwoody. The event celebrates the church's roots in 16th century Scotland and the Reformation, and the 20th annual race on February 7, 2026 is expected to draw over 950 runners along with bagpipes, kilts, and homemade pies. The resolution notes that funds raised support outreach in Africa, Honduras, Guatemala, Mexico, and Tennessee, as well as organizations like Habitat for Humanity and local shelters and food banks. It cites that the 2025 race raised more than $70,000. The resolution directs the Clerk of the House to provide a copy to Saint Luke's Presbyterian Church as a formal record of recognition.

• Formally recognizes the Tartan Trot and Saint Luke's Presbyterian Church for community service and preserving Scottish heritage in Georgia.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Saint Luke's Presbyterian Church.
• Does not create any new law, funding, or regulatory requirement; it is a ceremonial statement of commendation.

The resolution directly names Saint Luke's Presbyterian Church in Dunwoody and the organizers and participants of the Tartan Trot. It also references beneficiary organizations such as Habitat for Humanity, Stop Hunger Now, and North Fulton/DeKalb Family Promise.

The resolution has no legal effect on Georgians generally; it is a symbolic honor. Its practical impact is limited to providing formal public recognition to the church and event organizers for their charitable fundraising and community outreach work.

• The whereas clauses describe the Tartan Trot's history, its connection to Saint Luke's Presbyterian Church's Scottish heritage, and its 2026 race details.
• The resolved clause formally recognizes the Tartan Trot and the church for community service and heritage preservation.
• A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to distribute a copy of the resolution to Saint Luke's Presbyterian Church.

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

• Long Tran (D, HD-080)Primary sponsor
• Shea Roberts (D, HD-052)
• Karen Lupton (D, HD-083)
• Scott Hilton (R, HD-048)
• Esther Panitch (D, HD-051)

• commemorative resolutions
• Dunwoody
• charity events
• Scottish heritage