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House · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session

HR1909: HR1909 Jackson, Representative Derrick; recognize

Last action March 25, 2026 · House Read and Adopted

A Georgia House resolution formally recognizes and commends Representative Derrick Jackson for his service in the Georgia House of Representatives.

In plain language

This resolution is a ceremonial measure passed by the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Representative Derrick Jackson. It does not change any Georgia law; instead it praises his leadership, integrity, and years of service to the state and his community. The resolution directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the document for presentation to Representative Jackson as a keepsake recognizing his public service.

What the bill does

  • Formally recognizes and commends Representative Derrick Jackson for his service in the Georgia House of Representatives.
  • Extends the House's best wishes to Representative Jackson for continued health and happiness.
  • Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute an official copy of the resolution to Representative Jackson.
  • Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement, since it is a ceremonial resolution rather than a bill.

Who it affects

This resolution directly names and honors Representative Derrick Jackson. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who must prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to him.

Why it matters

The resolution has no practical legal effect on Georgians generally; it is a symbolic honor. Its main real-world consequence is that Representative Jackson receives an official House document recognizing his years of public service.

Key provisions

  • The whereas clauses describe Representative Jackson's leadership, integrity, and dedication to public service in the Georgia House of Representatives.
  • The resolving clause states that the House recognizes and commends Representative Jackson for his public service and wishes him continued health and happiness.
  • A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to him.

Status timeline

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

Sponsors

  • Carolyn Hugley (D, HD-141)Primary sponsor
  • Samuel Park (D, HD-107)
  • Spencer Frye (D, HD-122)
  • Solomon Adesanya (D, HD-043)
  • Saira Draper (D, HD-090)
  • Park Cannon (D, HD-058)

Topics

  • legislative honors
  • Georgia House of Representatives
  • ceremonial resolution

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