HR1697: HR1697 City of Lawrenceville; 205th anniversary; recognize

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives marking the 205th anniversary of the City of Lawrenceville's incorporation, which occurred on December 15, 1821. The resolution recounts the city's history, including its naming after naval officer Captain James Lawrence, its role as the county seat of Gwinnett County, and its growth from a small agricultural community into a diverse city. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It formally celebrates the anniversary and commends the city's citizens, leaders, and staff for their contributions to the state. It also directs the Clerk of the House to prepare copies of the resolution for distribution to the public and the press.

• Formally celebrates the 205th anniversary of the City of Lawrenceville's incorporation on behalf of the House of Representatives.
• Commends the city's citizens, leaders, and staff for their contributions to the State of Georgia.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare copies of the resolution for distribution to the public and press.
• Recites historical background about the city's founding, naming, and role as the Gwinnett County seat, without creating any binding legal requirement.

The resolution primarily affects the City of Lawrenceville and Gwinnett County, honoring the city's government, residents, and history. It has no regulatory or financial effect on any other individuals or organizations.

The resolution carries symbolic rather than legal weight. It gives official recognition from the state legislature to a local milestone, which can be used by the city for civic pride, publicity, and commemorative purposes, but it does not alter any rights, duties, or funding.

• The whereas clauses describe Lawrenceville's incorporation on December 15, 1821, its naming after Captain James Lawrence, and its role as Gwinnett County's seat.
• The resolving clause has the House of Representatives celebrate the anniversary and commend the city's citizens, leaders, and staff.
• A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to make copies available to the public and press.

1. 2026-03-12House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-03-12House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-03-12House Hopper (House)

• Gabe Okoye (D, HD-102)Primary sponsor
• Samuel Park (D, HD-107)
• Ruwa Romman (D, HD-097)
• Segun Adeyina (D, HD-110)
• Dewey McClain (D, HD-109)
• Matt Reeves (R, HD-099)

• Lawrenceville
• Gwinnett County
• local history
• ceremonial resolution