HR1607: HR1607 Miller, Craig; life, legacy, and lasting impact on the State of Georgia film industry; condolences

26 LC 112 3750 House Resolution 1607 By: Representatives Tran of the 80 th, Carpenter of the 4 th, Roberts of the 52 nd, Frye of the 122nd, and Stephens of the 164th A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending Craig Miller's life, legacy, and lasting impact on the State of1 Georgia's film industry; and for other purposes.2 WHEREAS, the State of Georgia mourns the passing of Craig Mille r, a respected leader,3 innovator, and advocate whose vision and dedication helped shape Georgia into one of the4 premier film and television production hubs in the nation; and5 WHEREAS, raised in Columbus, Georgia, and a proud graduate of t he University of6 Georgia, Craig Miller developed an early passion for theater an d founded Craig Miller7 Productions in Atlanta in 1985; and8 WHEREAS, he devoted his career to strengthening the state's creative economy and played9 a pivotal role in advanc ing policies, partnerships, and infrast ructure that expanded10 opportunities for filmmakers, production crews, small businesse s, and local communities11 across Georgia; and12 WHEREAS, through his work with industry stakeholders, public of ficials, and economic13 development leaders, he championed initiatives that attracted major productions to Georgia,14 H. R. 1607 - 1 - 26 LC 112 3750 generating thousands of jobs and billions of dollars in economic activity while elevating the15 state's reputation on the global stage; and16 WHEREAS, his leadership helped cultivate a thriving ecosystem f or film, television, and17 digital media production, supporting workforce development, fos tering local talent, and18 ensuring that Georgia's communities benefited directly from the growth of the entertainment19 sector; and20 WHEREAS, his contributions have left an indelible mark on Georgia's cultural and economic21 landscape, and his efforts will continue to benefit generations of Georgians who work in and22 are inspired by the film industry; and23 WHEREAS, in addition to his exemplary career accomplishments, C raig Miller was24 cherished by his loved ones as a loyal husband, devoted father of six wonderful children, and25 doting grandfather of eight remarkable grandchildren; and26 WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the outstanding life and service of this27 remarkable Georgian be appropriately recognized and remembered.28 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that29 the members of this body join in honoring the life and memory of Craig Miller and express30 their deepest and most sincere regret at his passing.31 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized32 and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to the33 family of Craig Miller.34 H. R. 1607 - 2 -