HR 1495: Payne, Susan; Unity Christian School's 2025-2026 STAR Teacher; commend

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring a specific teacher rather than a bill that changes any law. It recognizes Susan Payne of Unity Christian School for being selected as the school's STAR Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year, an honor tied to the statewide STAR (Student Teacher Achievement Recognition) program. The resolution states the General Assembly's general view that quality education is a top priority, praises Payne's contributions to teaching and student welfare, and formally commends her achievement. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for Payne so she can keep it as a record of the honor. It does not create, amend, or repeal any Georgia statute.

• Formally commends Susan Payne for being named Unity Christian School's 2025-2026 STAR Teacher.
• States the House's general position that quality education is a top priority for Georgia's young people.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Susan Payne.
• Does not change, create, or repeal any Georgia law or funding program.

This resolution directly names and honors one individual, Susan Payne, a teacher at Unity Christian School. It has no direct legal or financial effect on other teachers, schools, or the public.

The resolution has no practical legal effect; it does not change any law, funding, or requirement. Its significance is symbolic, giving official state recognition to a teacher's achievement through a formal House document she can keep.

• The resolution's preamble (the 'WHEREAS' clauses) states the General Assembly's view on the importance of education and recounts Susan Payne's recognition as STAR Teacher.
• The resolved clause formally commends Susan Payne and expresses best wishes for her continued success.
• A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy for distribution to Payne.

1. 2026-02-25House Read and Adopted (Cámara de Representantes)
2. 2026-02-25House First Readers (Cámara de Representantes)
3. 2026-02-25House Hopper (Cámara de Representantes)

• Katie Dempsey (R, HD-013)Patrocinador principal
• Eddie Lumsden (R, HD-012)
• Matt Barton (R, HD-005)

• teacher recognition
• STAR Teacher program
• education honors
• Georgia House resolutions