HR2098: HR2098 Lee, Vernon; commend

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Vernon Lee, a drummer who played with the Rex Nelon Singers of Atlanta from 1982 to 1985 and with several other gospel groups over his career. The resolution recounts his musical background, including learning drums as a child, studying music at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, and performing at major venues such as the Grand Ole Opry and the National Religious Broadcasters convention. The resolution notes his induction into the Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame with the Nelons in 2016 and his upcoming induction into the Tri-State Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame in 2026. It formally commends him for his accomplishments and directs the Clerk of the House to provide him a copy of the resolution. It does not change any Georgia law.

• Formally commends Vernon Lee for his career as a gospel music drummer and his accomplishments in the field.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Vernon Lee.
• Recites biographical and career facts about Lee but does not create, amend, or repeal any Georgia statute.

The resolution directly names and honors Vernon Lee. It has no regulatory or financial effect on other Georgians, businesses, or government agencies.

This is a symbolic honor rather than a policy change. It carries no legal or financial consequences for Georgia residents; its practical effect is limited to formal recognition and a distributed copy of the resolution.

• The whereas clauses detail Vernon Lee's career, including his time with the Rex Nelon Singers from 1982 to 1985 and other gospel groups.
• The resolution notes his 2016 induction into the Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame and his 2026 Tri-State Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame induction.
• The resolving clause has the House commend Lee for his accomplishments and wish him continued success.
• A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to Lee.

1. 2026-04-02House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-04-02House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-04-02House Hopper (House)

• Matthew Gambill (R, HD-015)Primary sponsor
• Steven Meeks (R, HD-178)
• Tyler Smith (R, HD-018)
• Mitchell Scoggins (R, HD-014)

• commendation resolution
• gospel music
• Georgia House of Representatives