HR1814: HR1814 Moore, Melissa; Cartersville High School's 2026 STAR Teacher; commend

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives, not a change to state law. It recognizes Melissa Moore, a teacher at Cartersville High School, who was named the school's 2026 STAR Teacher, an honor given to outstanding educators chosen by top-performing students. The resolution states that quality education is a top priority for the General Assembly and praises Moore's contributions to teaching and student welfare. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for Moore, so she has an official record of the honor.

• Formally commends Melissa Moore for being named Cartersville High School's 2026 STAR Teacher.
• States the House of Representatives' sincere best wishes for Moore's continued success.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Moore.
• Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement; it is purely a ceremonial statement by the House.

The resolution directly names Melissa Moore, a teacher at Cartersville High School. It has no effect on other teachers, schools, or the public since it creates no legal obligations or funding.

The resolution has no practical effect on Georgia law, schools, or funding. Its significance is symbolic: it gives the Georgia House of Representatives' official recognition to Moore's teaching achievement and provides her a keepsake copy of the honor.

• The whereas clauses explain that Moore was honored as Cartersville High School's 2026 STAR Teacher and praise her commitment to education.
• The first resolving clause has the House of Representatives commend Moore and wish her continued success.
• The second resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Moore.

1. 2026-03-19House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-03-19House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-03-19House Hopper (House)

• Matthew Gambill (R, HD-015)Primary sponsor

• STAR Teacher award
• Cartersville High School
• teacher recognition
• Georgia House resolutions