HR1408: HR1408 Atlanta Chamber Players; 50th anniversary; recognize

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Atlanta Chamber Players (ACP), a chamber music ensemble founded in 1976. The resolution recounts the group's history, including its debut concert at Agnes Scott College, its premieres of more than 130 musical works, national radio features, and its educational partnerships with youth music programs in the Atlanta area. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It formally commends the ensemble for its contributions to music and education and directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for presentation to Atlanta Chamber Players.

• Formally recognizes and commends Atlanta Chamber Players on the 50th anniversary of its founding.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to the organization.
• Does not create, amend, or repeal any Georgia statute or appropriate any state funding.

This resolution directly affects Atlanta Chamber Players and its members. It has no legal or regulatory effect on the general public, businesses, or government agencies.

The resolution carries symbolic rather than legal weight. It gives official state recognition to a long-running Atlanta arts organization but does not change any law, create funding, or impose any new requirement on Georgians.

• The resolution's whereas clauses describe ACP's founding in 1976, its debut concert, and its 130-plus work premieres.
• It notes ACP's selection for Chamber Music America's Paul Residency Program and membership in the Cross-Country Chamber Consortium.
• It cites ACP's educational partnerships with the Atlanta Music Project, Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestra, and Franklin Pond Chamber Music.
• The resolving clause formally commends ACP's commitment to new works, community collaboration, and cultural enrichment.
• A final clause directs the Clerk of the House to provide a copy of the resolution to Atlanta Chamber Players.

1. 2026-02-18House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-02-18House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-02-18House Hopper (House)

• Deborah Silcox (R, HD-053)Primary sponsor
• Betsy Holland (D, HD-054)
• Inga Willis (D, HD-055)
• Mekyah McQueen (D, HD-061)
• Phil Olaleye (D, HD-059)
• Omari Crawford (D, HD-089)

• Atlanta Chamber Players
• legislative commendation
• arts and culture
• music education