HR1822: HR1822 Scott, Dr. Robert O.; commend

This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives commends Dr. Robert O. Scott, who became the 11th president of Albany State University on May 1, 2025. It recounts his background as a first-generation college graduate and Norfolk State University DNIMAS scholar who went on to earn a Ph.D. from Georgia Institute of Technology, and it lists his prior leadership roles at universities and companies such as Procter & Gamble, The Coca-Cola Company, and The Kraft Heinz Company. The resolution formally recognizes and commends Dr. Scott on behalf of House members and directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for him. It does not change any Georgia law, create funding, or impose any requirements; it is a ceremonial statement of recognition.

• Formally recognizes and commends Dr. Robert O. Scott for his career and his new role as president of Albany State University.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Dr. Scott.
• Extends the House's best wishes for his continued health, happiness, and success.
• Creates no new law, funding, or enforceable requirement, serving only as a ceremonial statement.

The resolution names Dr. Robert O. Scott and Albany State University, a Historically Black College and University. It has no direct legal effect on any other group, agency, or member of the public.

This is a symbolic honor with no legal or financial consequences. It formally records the Georgia House's recognition of Dr. Scott's appointment and career but does not change any policy, program, or funding affecting Albany State University or higher education in Georgia.

• The resolution recites Dr. Scott's biography, including his May 1, 2025 appointment as Albany State University's 11th president and his academic and corporate career.
• The resolved clause has the House of Representatives recognize and commend Dr. Scott and wish him continued health, happiness, and success.
• A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy available for distribution to Dr. Scott.

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

• Gerald Greene (R, HD-154)Primary sponsor
• Charles Martin (R, HD-049)
• Jan Jones (R, HD-047)
• Chuck Efstration (R, HD-104)
• Bill Yearta (R, HD-152)

• Albany State University
• higher education
• HBCU
• ceremonial resolution