Georgia CommonsHR 1697: City of Lawrenceville; 205th anniversary; recognize
Última acción: 12 de marzo de 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution honors the City of Lawrenceville on the 205th anniversary of its founding in Gwinnett County, celebrating its history as the county seat.
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En lenguaje claro
This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives marks the 205th anniversary of the City of Lawrenceville's incorporation on December 15, 1821. It recounts the city's history, including its naming after naval hero Captain James Lawrence and its role as the oldest city in Gwinnett County and the county seat. The resolution does not change any law. It formally states that the House of Representatives celebrates the anniversary and commends the city's citizens, leaders, and staff for their contributions to Georgia. It also directs the Clerk of the House to make copies available to the public and the press.
Qué hace el proyecto de ley
- Formally recognizes and celebrates the 205th anniversary of the City of Lawrenceville's incorporation.
- Commends the city's citizens, leaders, and staff for their contributions to the State of Georgia.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare copies of the resolution for public and press distribution.
- Creates no new laws, funding, or legal requirements, serving only as a ceremonial statement by the House.
A quién afecta
The resolution directly names the City of Lawrenceville, its residents, elected leaders, and city staff. It has no regulatory effect on any other group and imposes no obligations beyond directing the House Clerk to distribute copies.
Por qué importa
The resolution carries no legal or financial consequences. Its practical effect is symbolic: it places the Georgia House of Representatives' official recognition of Lawrenceville's history and anniversary into the public record, which local officials may use for community events or commemorations.
Disposiciones clave
- The resolution recites the history of Lawrenceville's founding on December 15, 1821, and its status as Gwinnett County's oldest city and county seat.
- The resolving clause states the House celebrates the 205th anniversary and commends the city's citizens, leaders, and staff.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to make copies available for distribution to the public and the press.
Del proyecto de ley
“don't give up the ship”
“the members of this body celebrate the 205th anniversary of the City of Lawrenceville and commend its citizens, leaders, and staff for their continued contributions to the State of Georgia.”
Cronología del estado
- House Read and Adopted (Cámara de Representantes)
- House First Readers (Cámara de Representantes)
- House Hopper (Cámara de Representantes)
Patrocinadores
- Gabe Okoye (D, HD-102)
- Samuel Park (D, HD-107)
- Ruwa Romman (D, HD-097)
- Segun Adeyina (D, HD-110)
- Dewey McClain (D, HD-109)
- Matt Reeves (R, HD-099)
Temas
- Lawrenceville
- Gwinnett County
- local history
- ceremonial resolution