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House · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session

HR1577: HR1577 Johnson, Elise; recognize

Last action March 3, 2026 · House Read and Adopted

A Georgia House resolution formally recognizes and commends Elise Johnson, a Dutchtown High School senior and 2026 Showtime Pros Cotillion debutante, for her academic and community achievements.

In plain language

This resolution is a ceremonial honor passed by the Georgia House of Representatives. It recognizes Elise Johnson, a senior at Dutchtown High School who is also dual enrolled at Clayton State University, for her participation in the 2026 Showtime Pros Cotillion debutante program. The resolution notes her community service hours, her 3.9 grade point average, her part time job at a local restaurant, and her volunteer work at Atlanta preservation events. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare an official copy of the resolution for her. The resolution does not change any Georgia law; it is a formal statement of praise adopted by the House.

What the bill does

  • Formally recognizes and commends Elise Johnson for service, leadership, academic excellence, and community involvement.
  • Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare an official copy of the resolution for distribution to Elise Johnson.
  • Documents her participation in the 2026 Showtime Pros Cotillion debutante program and related community service requirements.

Who it affects

The resolution directly names and honors Elise Johnson, a Dutchtown High School senior. It also references the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who must prepare the commemorative copy, and the Showtime Pros Cotillion debutante program more broadly.

Why it matters

This is a symbolic honor rather than a change to Georgia law. Its practical effect is limited to an official written commendation being created and given to Elise Johnson, with no impact on state programs, funding, or legal rights.

Key provisions

  • The whereas clauses describe Elise Johnson's background, schooling at Dutchtown High School and Clayton State University, and her extracurricular activities.
  • The resolution states debutantes completed at least 10 hours of community service and maintained a 3.9 GPA.
  • The resolved clause formally commends Johnson for service, leadership, academic excellence, and community involvement.
  • The final clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy of the resolution available to her.

Status timeline

  1. 2026-03-03House Read and Adopted (House)
  2. 2026-03-03House First Readers (House)
  3. 2026-03-03House Hopper (House)

Sponsors

  • Angela Moore (D, HD-091)Primary sponsor

Topics

  • legislative honors
  • Dutchtown High School
  • community service recognition

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