HR1782: HR1782 Southern Crescent Technical College; contributions to workforce development, student success, and technical education; commend

This resolution is a ceremonial statement from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Southern Crescent Technical College. It does not change any law. The text praises the college for serving more than 14,000 students annually across multiple campuses and offering associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates in fields like healthcare, manufacturing, information technology, logistics, business, and public safety. The resolution also highlights the college's president, Dr. Irvin T. Clark III, noting his recognition as one of Georgia Trend's 500 Most Influential Leaders in Georgia for 2025 and his Excellence in Education and Workforce Development Award. It notes student achievements in programs like the Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership (GOAL) and SkillsUSA competitions. The House directs its Clerk to send a copy of the resolution to the college.

• Formally commends Southern Crescent Technical College for its contributions to workforce development, student success, and technical education.
• Recognizes the college's president, Dr. Irvin T. Clark III, for leadership awards and his role in expanding educational opportunities.
• Highlights student achievements in the Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership (GOAL) program and SkillsUSA competitions.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to send a copy of the resolution to the college for distribution.

The resolution directly names Southern Crescent Technical College, its president Dr. Irvin T. Clark III, and its students, faculty, and staff. It has no binding effect on any other group, agency, or member of the public.

As a commendation, this resolution carries symbolic rather than legal weight. It does not create funding, requirements, or programs, but it publicly recognizes the college's role in technical education and workforce training in the South Atlanta region.

• The whereas clauses describe the college serving over 14,000 students annually across multiple campuses in fields like healthcare, manufacturing, IT, logistics, business, and public safety.
• The whereas clauses credit Dr. Irvin T. Clark III's leadership and note his 2025 recognitions and award.
• The resolving clause formally commends the college for its contributions to education, workforce development, and student achievement.
• A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to provide a copy of the resolution to the college.

1. 2026-03-18House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-03-18House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-03-18House Hopper (House)

• Mary Ann Santos (D, HD-117)Primary sponsor
• El-Mahdi Holly (D, HD-116)
• Robert Flournoy (D, HD-074)
• Demetrius Douglas (D, HD-078)
• Sandra Scott (D, HD-076)

• technical education
• workforce development
• Southern Crescent Technical College
• Georgia House resolution