HR2030: HR2030 Cochran, Elect Lady Mary Frances; faithful service; commend

This is a commendation resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives. It does not change any Georgia law; instead it formally recognizes Elect Lady Mary Frances Cochran for 57 years of service alongside her husband, Dr. Raymond Cochran, at Franchise Missionary Baptist Church. The resolution describes her 21 year professional career, her role raising eight children, and her family's growth across four generations. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for her.

• Formally honors Elect Lady Mary Frances Cochran for 57 years of service to her church and community.
• 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 penalty; it is a ceremonial statement by the House of Representatives.

The resolution directly names Elect Lady Mary Frances Cochran, her husband Dr. Raymond Cochran, their eight children, and members of Franchise Missionary Baptist Church. It has no broader legal effect on other Georgians.

The resolution has no effect on Georgia law or policy; its significance is symbolic, giving official public recognition from the state legislature to an individual's decades of community and religious service.

• The whereas clauses describe her 57 years of service, her 21 year professional career, and her family across four generations.
• The resolution formally honors and celebrates her lifelong dedication and service to God, family, and church.
• It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy available for distribution to her.

1. 2026-03-31House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-03-31House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-03-31House Hopper (House)

• Carolyn Hugley (D, HD-141)Primary sponsor
• Al Williams (D, HD-168)

• commendation resolution
• community recognition
• Georgia House of Representatives