HR1978: HR1978 Jackson-Gordon; Dr. Janet; commend

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Dr. Janet Jackson-Gordon, known as "The Boss Chix," for her career as an entrepreneur, event producer, and philanthropist in the Atlanta area. The resolution describes her work as founder and CEO of Jackson Events & Entertainment, a booking and entertainment agency, and as founder of Boss Chix ATL, a platform supporting women entrepreneurs through business consulting and mentorship. The resolution also highlights her philanthropic efforts around breast cancer awareness, domestic violence prevention, AIDS research, human and sex trafficking, and autism. It does not change any Georgia law; it simply commends her achievements and directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for her.

• Formally commends Dr. Janet Jackson-Gordon for her career as an entrepreneur, event producer, and philanthropist.
• Recites her business accomplishments, including founding Jackson Events & Entertainment and the Boss Chix ATL empowerment platform.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to her.
• Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement, as it is a ceremonial resolution rather than legislation.

The resolution directly names and honors Dr. Janet Jackson-Gordon. It has no regulatory or legal effect on any other individuals, businesses, or government agencies in Georgia.

This resolution has no practical effect on Georgia law or residents beyond formally honoring one individual. Its significance is symbolic, serving as an official public acknowledgment of her career and community work rather than a policy change.

• The resolution's whereas clauses describe her career as founder and CEO of Jackson Events & Entertainment and her collaborations with well-known performers.
• It notes her role as founder of Boss Chix ATL, which supports women entrepreneurs through consulting and mentorship.
• The resolved clause formally commends her for her career achievements and wishes her continued health and happiness.
• A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to her.

1. 2026-03-27House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-03-27House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-03-27House Hopper (House)

• Terry Cummings (D, HD-039)Primary sponsor

• ceremonial resolution
• Atlanta entrepreneurs
• philanthropy
• women in business