HR 411: Visit Macon; outstanding contributions to increasing tourism in Macon-Bibb County, fostering the film and music industries, and making tourism a vital component of the local economy; commend

This is a commendation resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Visit Macon, the tourism promotion organization for Macon-Bibb County. It does not change any Georgia law; instead it formally praises the organization for its marketing campaigns, partnerships with the Macon Film Commission, and efforts to promote the region's music heritage and historic attractions. The resolution cites national recognition Macon has received, including mentions by The New York Times, Conde Nast Traveler, and The Wall Street Journal, and credits Visit Macon with generating millions of dollars in tourism revenue and film production economic impact. It also names President and CEO Gary Wheat and the Visit Macon staff for recognition. The resolution directs the Clerk of the House to distribute copies of the resolution to Visit Macon and its partners.

• Formally commends Visit Macon for its work increasing tourism, promoting film and music industries, and strengthening the Macon-Bibb County economy.
• Recognizes President and CEO Gary Wheat and the Visit Macon staff by name for their efforts.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute copies of the resolution to Visit Macon and its partners.
• Creates no new legal requirements, funding, or penalties, as a commendation resolution has no regulatory effect.

The resolution directly names and honors Visit Macon, its President and CEO Gary Wheat, and its staff. It also touches Macon-Bibb County residents and businesses referenced in the text as beneficiaries of tourism revenue, and the Macon Film Commission mentioned as a partner organization.

The resolution carries no legal or financial effect but serves as an official statement from the Georgia House recognizing Visit Macon's role in the local economy, publicizing its record on tourism, film production, and cultural promotion in Macon-Bibb County.

• The resolution's whereas clauses describe Visit Macon's marketing efforts, national media recognition, and economic contributions from tourism and film production.
• The first resolving clause commends Visit Macon for its dedication to tourism, film and music industries, and the local economy.
• The second resolving clause specifically recognizes President and CEO Gary Wheat and Visit Macon staff.
• The final clause directs the Clerk of the House to distribute copies of the resolution to Visit Macon and its partners.

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• Tangie Herring (D, HD-145)Patrocinador principal
• Anissa Jones (D, HD-143)
• Floyd Griffin (D, HD-149)
• Miriam Paris (D, HD-142)
• Dale Washburn (R, HD-144)

• tourism
• Macon-Bibb County
• film industry
• economic development
• music heritage