HR1939: HR1939 Mitchell; Teresa LaBarham; commend

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Teresa LaBarham Mitchell. It does not change any Georgia law; instead it recognizes her career as an entrepreneur and artistic director, including her roles co-founding the Mitchells Academy of Music, founding T-Music Productions, directing choirs at two churches, and working as a business manager for the Georgia Department of Corrections. The resolution states the House's recognition of her achievements and wishes her continued health and happiness. It also directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to her as a keepsake.

• Formally recognizes and commends Teresa LaBarham Mitchell for her career achievements, without altering any Georgia statute.
• Lists her professional history, including co-founding the Mitchells Academy of Music and founding T-Music Productions.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to her.

The resolution directly names and honors Teresa LaBarham Mitchell. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who is tasked with preparing a copy of the resolution for her.

This resolution carries no legal or regulatory effect; it is a symbolic honor. Its main real-world consequence is that Teresa LaBarham Mitchell receives an official House document recognizing her career in music, ministry, and public service.

• The resolution's whereas clauses describe Mitchell's career, including choir director roles at Temple of Miracles Worship Center and Ushers Temple Church, and business manager work at the Georgia Department of Corrections.
• The resolved clause states the House's recognition and commendation of Mitchell and extends wishes for her continued health and happiness.
• A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy available for distribution to Mitchell.

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

• Carl Gilliard (D, HD-162)Primary sponsor

• commendation resolution
• Georgia House of Representatives
• ceremonial recognition