HR1377: HR1377 Underwood, James; superlative service to the Georgia Society of Certified Public Accounts; commend

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring James Underwood for his work as Chairman of the Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants (GSCPA). The resolution describes his leadership in changing perceptions of the accounting profession and his long personal connection to GSCPA, including attending its conventions since childhood and continuing that tradition with his own children. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It simply states the House's recognition of Underwood's service and directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for him as a keepsake.

• Formally recognizes and commends James Underwood for his service as Chairman of the Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants.
• Extends the House's best wishes to Underwood for continued health, happiness, and success.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and make available a copy of the resolution for distribution to Underwood.

This resolution primarily affects James Underwood, who is being honored, and the Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants. It has no regulatory or legal effect on accountants, businesses, or the public generally.

The resolution carries no legal or financial consequences; it does not change any law, regulation, or funding. Its significance is purely ceremonial, serving as a formal, public statement of appreciation from the Georgia House of Representatives for one individual's volunteer leadership.

• The resolution's whereas clauses describe Underwood's leadership as GSCPA chairman and his lifelong connection to the organization.
• The resolved clause has the House formally commend Underwood and wish him continued health, happiness, and success.
• A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Underwood.

1. 2026-02-17House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-02-17House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-02-17House Hopper (House)

• John Carson (R, HD-046)Primary sponsor
• David Wilkerson (D, HD-038)

• ceremonial resolution
• accounting profession
• Georgia House of Representatives