HR1869: HR1869 Ferrell, Jai; commend

This resolution is a ceremonial honor passed by the Georgia House of Representatives. It does not change any Georgia law. Instead, it recognizes Jai Ferrell, who currently leads Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta as chief executive officer, overseeing a $25 million organization serving more than 35,000 members across 35 counties. She is noted as the first person of color to lead that organization in its more than 100 year history. The resolution also details her prior role as chief commercial revenue officer at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, her professional affiliations, and awards she has received. It closes by directing the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for her.

• Formally recognizes and commends Jai Ferrell for her career accomplishments in leadership and business.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare an official copy of the resolution for distribution to her.
• Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement; it is a ceremonial statement by the House of Representatives.

The resolution names and honors Jai Ferrell specifically. It has no direct legal effect on any broader group of Georgians, businesses, or government agencies.

Ceremonial resolutions like this one carry no legal or financial consequences and change nothing about day to day life in Georgia. Their significance is symbolic, offering formal public recognition from the state legislature for an individual's career and community contributions.

• The whereas clauses describe Ferrell's current role as CEO of Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta and her prior role at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
• The resolved clause formally commends Ferrell and extends best wishes for her continued success.
• The final clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy available for distribution to Ferrell.

1. 2026-03-23House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-03-23House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-03-23House Hopper (House)

• Rhonda Taylor (D, HD-092)Primary sponsor
• Debbie Buckner (D, HD-137)
• Kimberly Alexander (D, HD-066)

• commendation resolution
• Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta
• Georgia House of Representatives
• Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport