HR1357: HR1357 Thompson, Kenan; commend

This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honors Kenan Thompson, an Atlanta-born comedian, actor, author, and producer. It recounts his early training in Atlanta theater and choir programs, his start in Nickelodeon's All That and Kenan and Kel, his long run on Saturday Night Live, his Emmy nominations, and his recent memoir and children's book. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It simply states the House's recognition and best wishes for Thompson and directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for delivery to him.

• Formally recognizes and commends Kenan Thompson on behalf of the Georgia House of Representatives for his entertainment career.
• Extends the House's best wishes to Thompson for continued health and happiness.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Thompson.
• Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement, since it is a commendation resolution rather than legislation.

The resolution directly names Kenan Thompson, an Atlanta native and entertainer, and involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who must prepare a copy for him. It has no effect on the general public or other institutions.

The resolution carries no legal or financial consequence for Georgians; its main effect is a formal, public statement from the state legislature honoring an individual Georgian's career achievements, which becomes an official House record.

• The whereas clauses recount Thompson's Atlanta upbringing, training at institutions like the Alliance Theatre School and Atlanta Boy's Choir, and his entertainment career.
• The resolving clause formally commends Thompson and wishes him continued health and happiness.
• A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy available for distribution to Thompson.

1. 2026-02-12House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-02-12House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-02-12House Hopper (House)

• Inga Willis (D, HD-055)Primary sponsor

• commendation resolution
• Georgia entertainers
• Atlanta
• Saturday Night Live