Georgia CommonsHR1918: HR1918 Gilliard, Representative Carl; recognize
Last action March 25, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally recognizes and commends Representative Carl Gilliard for his years of service in the Georgia House of Representatives.
In plain language
This resolution is a ceremonial statement from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Representative Carl Gilliard. It does not change any Georgia law, create any program, or spend any state funding. Instead, it lists praise for his leadership, character, and years of service to his community and the state. The resolution formally states that the House recognizes and commends Gilliard for his public service and wishes him continued health and happiness. It also directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare an official copy of the resolution for Gilliard to keep.
What the bill does
- Formally states that the Georgia House of Representatives recognizes and commends Representative Carl Gilliard for his public service.
- Extends official best wishes from the House for Gilliard's continued health and happiness.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Gilliard.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names and honors Representative Carl Gilliard. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who is tasked with preparing a copy for him. It has no effect on the general public or on Georgia law.
Why it matters
This is a ceremonial honor with no legal or practical effect on Georgians. It matters mainly as a formal, public expression of the House's recognition of one of its members, not as a change to any policy, program, or funding.
Key provisions
- The resolution's preamble (the WHEREAS clauses) describes Gilliard's leadership, character, and service in the Georgia House of Representatives.
- The first resolving clause formally commends Gilliard for his public service and wishes him continued health and happiness.
- The second resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy available for distribution to Gilliard.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Representative C arl Gilliard for his24 efficient, effective, unselfish, and dedicated public service to the State of Georgia”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Carolyn Hugley (D, HD-141)
- Samuel Park (D, HD-107)
- Spencer Frye (D, HD-122)
- Solomon Adesanya (D, HD-043)
- Park Cannon (D, HD-058)
- Mary Williams (D, HD-037)
Topics
- legislative recognition
- Georgia House of Representatives
- ceremonial resolution