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HR1278: HR1278 Tidmore, Annabelle; Miss Cobb County's Teen 2026; commend

Last action February 6, 2026 · House Read and Adopted

A Georgia House resolution formally recognizes Annabelle Tidmore of Cobb County for winning the title of Miss Cobb County's Teen 2026 and offers her congratulations.

In plain language

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives, not a change to state law. It recognizes Annabelle Tidmore for winning Miss Cobb County's Teen 2026 at the annual scholarship competition and highlights her academic and community accomplishments, including a 4.0 GPA at Liberty University Online Academy, several scholarships, and volunteer work with groups like the American Heart Association and Best Buddies. The resolution notes she will compete in the Miss Georgia's Teen Competition in Columbus, Georgia, with a chance to advance to Miss America's Teen. It formally congratulates her and directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for her. It creates no new rules, funding, or legal requirements.

What the bill does

  • Formally recognizes and congratulates Annabelle Tidmore for winning Miss Cobb County's Teen 2026.
  • Extends the House's best wishes for her continued health, happiness, and success.
  • Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to her.
  • Creates no statutory change, funding, or enforceable legal obligation, since it is a ceremonial honor resolution.

Who it affects

This resolution directly names and honors Annabelle Tidmore, a Cobb County teenager. It has no legal effect on other Georgians, agencies, or organizations.

Why it matters

The resolution has no practical effect on Georgia law or residents beyond serving as an official, public commendation. Its significance is symbolic, providing formal recognition from the state legislature for Tidmore's achievements.

Key provisions

  • The resolved clause recognizes Annabelle Tidmore and congratulates her on winning Miss Cobb County's Teen 2026.
  • A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to her.
  • The whereas clauses list her scholarships, academic record, and community service activities as the basis for the recognition.

Status timeline

  1. 2026-02-06House Read and Adopted (House)
  2. 2026-02-06House First Readers (House)
  3. 2026-02-06House Hopper (House)

Sponsors

  • Devan Seabaugh (R, HD-034)Primary sponsor
  • Sharon Cooper (R, HD-045)
  • Joseph Gullett (R, HD-019)
  • Don Parsons (R, HD-044)
  • Ginny Ehrhart (R, HD-036)
  • David Wilkerson (D, HD-038)

Topics

  • Cobb County
  • commendation resolution
  • Miss Georgia's Teen Competition
  • Georgia House of Representatives

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