HR1932: HR1932 Copeland, Rev. Dr. Rufus; occasion of his 40th pastoral anniversary; recognize

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives, not a change to state law. It recognizes Rev. Dr. Rufus Copeland, who has led Gardner Grove Baptist Church in Augusta for 40 years, praising his work as a preacher, counselor, teacher, and community leader. The resolution directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare an official copy for presentation to Rev. Dr. Copeland. It carries no funding, penalties, or legal requirements and does not alter any Georgia statute.

• Formally recognizes and commends Rev. Dr. Rufus Copeland for 40 years as pastor of Gardner Grove Baptist Church in Augusta.
• Extends the House of Representatives' best wishes for his continued fellowship and leadership.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute an official copy of the resolution to him.

The resolution directly concerns Rev. Dr. Rufus Copeland and the congregation of Gardner Grove Baptist Church in Augusta. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who must prepare the ceremonial copy.

The resolution has no legal or financial effect on Georgians; it is a symbolic honor. Its main real-world impact is providing Rev. Dr. Copeland and his congregation an official record of recognition from the state legislature for his four decades of pastoral service.

• The resolution's whereas clauses describe Rev. Dr. Copeland's 40 years leading Gardner Grove Baptist Church and his community programs.
• The resolved clause formally commends him on his 40th pastoral anniversary and wishes him continued success.
• A further resolved clause instructs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to provide a copy of the resolution to him.

1. 2026-03-25House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-03-25House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-03-25House Hopper (House)

• Brian Prince (D, HD-132)Primary sponsor
• Karlton Howard (D, HD-129)
• L.C. Myles (D, HD-126)

• ceremonial resolution
• Augusta community
• faith leaders
• House of Representatives honors