HR1925: HR1925 DJ Plugg; influential contributions to Atlanta's musical culture and the evolution of modern hip-hop; commend
Last action March 25, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally commends Atlanta hip-hop producer DJ Plugg (Kenneth Smith) for his contributions to the city's music culture and modern hip-hop.
In plain language
This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honors DJ Plugg, born Kenneth Smith, a producer and recording artist from Atlanta's Westside who emerged during the early SoundCloud era. The resolution recounts his background, including his education at Frederick Douglass High School, his production work with artists like Lil Uzi Vert, and his catalog of independent releases dating back to 2015. The resolution does not create any new law, spending, or regulation. It simply states that the House commends DJ Plugg for his contributions to Atlanta's musical culture and to the broader evolution of hip-hop, and it directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for him.
What the bill does
- Formally commends DJ Plugg for his contributions to Atlanta's musical culture and modern hip-hop.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to DJ Plugg.
- Recites biographical background on DJ Plugg's career, including his production credits and independent releases, as part of the House's official record.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names and honors DJ Plugg (Kenneth Smith). It has no regulatory or financial effect on other Georgians, businesses, or government agencies beyond the House Clerk's office, which must prepare the commemorative copy.
Why it matters
This is a ceremonial honor with no legal or financial effect on Georgia law. Its significance is symbolic, recognizing an Atlanta-based artist's influence on hip-hop culture and adding his story to the official record of the Georgia House of Representatives.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe Atlanta's role in shaping trap music and hip-hop culture, and detail DJ Plugg's biography and discography.
- The resolving clause commends DJ Plugg for his contributions to Atlanta's musical culture and global hip-hop influence.
- A further resolution directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to DJ Plugg.
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Eric Bell (D, HD-075)
- Mekyah McQueen (D, HD-061)
- Viola Davis (D, HD-087)
- L.C. Myles (D, HD-126)
- Solomon Adesanya (D, HD-043)
Topics
- Atlanta hip-hop
- legislative commendation
- music culture
- DJ Plugg