HR1743: HR1743 Gwinnett County Public Schools; recognize

This resolution does not change any Georgia law. It is a ceremonial statement from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Gwinnett County Public Schools, described in the text as the largest school district in the state, serving nearly 180,000 students. The resolution praises the district's academic goals, its diverse student and community base, and its programs in career and technical education, fine arts, and athletics. It formally recognizes Gwinnett County Public Schools Capitol Day, held on March 25, 2026, an event where students, educators, and board members visit the Capitol to meet with lawmakers. The resolution directs the Clerk of the House to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and the press.

• Formally recognizes and commends Gwinnett County Public Schools as the largest school district in Georgia.
• Commends the district's students, educators, staff, families, and community partners for their work.
• Officially marks March 25, 2026 as Gwinnett County Public Schools Capitol Day at the Georgia State Capitol.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare copies of the resolution for distribution to the public and press.

Gwinnett County Public Schools, including its students, teachers, staff, families, and community partners, along with district board members who take part in Capitol Day activities at the Georgia State Capitol.

The resolution carries no legal or funding effect but serves as a formal, public acknowledgment from the Georgia House of Representatives of the district's size and programs, giving students and staff recognition during their visit to the Capitol.

• The resolution's whereas clauses describe Gwinnett County Public Schools as serving nearly 180,000 students and highlight its academic, career, and arts programs.
• The resolved clause formally commends the district on the occasion of its Capitol Day, held March 25, 2026.
• A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to make copies available to the public and the press.

1. 2026-03-16House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-03-16House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-03-16House Hopper (House)

• Jasmine Clark (D, HD-108)Primary sponsor
• Arlene Beckles (D, HD-096)
• Gabe Okoye (D, HD-102)
• Dewey McClain (D, HD-109)
• Doreen Carter (D, HD-093)
• Akbar Ali (D, HD-106)

• Gwinnett County schools
• public education
• legislative recognition
• Capitol Day