HR1818: HR1818 Smith, Pastor Adrian R., Sr.; commend

This resolution is a ceremonial honor from the Georgia House of Representatives. It recognizes Pastor Adrian R. Smith, Sr. for his service to Christian Missionary Baptist Church, which began in January 1998, and for his current role as the church's pastor. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It states the House's recognition of Pastor Smith's various roles over the years, including Sunday School Teacher, Sunday School Superintendent, Usher Board member, and choir participant, before he became pastor. It directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Pastor Smith as a keepsake of the honor.

• Formally recognizes and commends Pastor Adrian R. Smith, Sr. for his ministry and service to Christian Missionary Baptist Church.
• Extends the House's best wishes for Pastor Smith's continued health and happiness.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Pastor Smith.

This resolution affects Pastor Adrian R. Smith, Sr. personally, as well as the congregation of Christian Missionary Baptist Church. It creates no obligations for the general public, state agencies, or other Georgians.

This is a symbolic honor with no legal effect on Georgia residents. Its practical significance is limited to publicly recognizing Pastor Smith's community and religious service and providing him a formal keepsake from the state legislature.

• The resolving clause has the House of Representatives recognize and commend Pastor Adrian R. Smith, Sr. and wish him continued health and happiness.
• A further resolution clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to Pastor Smith.

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

• Kim Schofield (D, HD-063)Primary sponsor
• Viola Davis (D, HD-087)
• Sandra Scott (D, HD-076)

• commendation resolution
• faith community
• Georgia House of Representatives