HR 2098: Lee, Vernon; commend

This is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Vernon Lee, a drummer who performed with the Rex Nelon Singers of Atlanta from 1982 to 1985 and later with other gospel groups. The resolution recounts his musical biography, from receiving his first drum from his grandfather in 1969 through his induction into the Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame with the Nelons in 2016 and his upcoming induction into the 2026 Tri-State Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It formally commends Lee for his accomplishments and directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to him.

• Formally commends Vernon Lee for his career as a gospel music drummer, without altering any Georgia statute.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Vernon Lee.
• Recites biographical details about Lee's career, including his time with the Rex Nelon Singers and other gospel groups, as the basis for the commendation.

This resolution directly names and honors Vernon Lee. It has no regulatory effect on other Georgians, businesses, or government agencies; its only administrative action is directing the House Clerk to distribute a copy to Lee.

The resolution carries no legal or policy effect and does not change how any Georgian is governed. Its significance is purely symbolic, marking public recognition by the Georgia House of Representatives of an individual's musical career and achievements.

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

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

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

• commendation resolution
• gospel music
• Georgia House of Representatives
• musician recognition