Georgia CommonsHR 564: Mainor, Mesha; commend
Última acción: 13 de marzo de 2025 · House Second Readers
A Georgia House resolution formally commends former state Representative Mesha Mainor for her legislative career and public service, including her time in the General Assembly and earlier federal government work.
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En lenguaje claro
This is a ceremonial resolution, not a law that changes any statute. It recognizes Mesha Mainor, a former member of the Georgia House of Representatives, for her career in public service. The resolution recounts her legislative accomplishments, including authoring bipartisan legislation that created the Fulton Technology and Energy Authority, and her work on redistricting and elections issues as a subcommittee vice chair. It also notes her switch from the Democratic Party to the Republican Party, making her the first African American woman to serve in the Georgia General Assembly as a Republican, and mentions her earlier work with Congressman John Lewis and federal agencies. The resolution directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy for distribution to Mainor. It does not create, amend, or repeal any Georgia law.
Qué hace el proyecto de ley
- Formally recognizes and commends Mesha Mainor for her service in the Georgia House of Representatives and prior public sector roles.
- Recounts her legislative record, including authoring the law creating the Fulton Technology and Energy Authority.
- Notes her party switch from Democrat to Republican and her distinction as the first African American woman to serve as a Republican in the General Assembly.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute an official copy of the resolution to Mainor.
A quién afecta
This resolution directly names and honors Mesha Mainor, a former Georgia state representative. It does not impose duties, costs, or changes on the public, businesses, or government agencies beyond directing the House Clerk to prepare a ceremonial copy.
Por qué importa
Because this is a commendation rather than a law, it has no direct effect on Georgians' daily lives, rights, or obligations. Its significance is symbolic, formally placing the General Assembly's recognition of Mainor's record and political transition into the official record.
Disposiciones clave
- The whereas clauses describe Mainor's legislative accomplishments, including creating the Fulton Technology and Energy Authority and her subcommittee leadership role.
- The whereas clauses also describe her personal background, her federal government service, and her switch to the Republican Party.
- The resolving clause formally commends Mainor for her public service and wishes her continued success.
- The final clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to her.
Del proyecto de ley
“Mesha Mainor made history as the first African American woman to serve in the Georgia General Assembly as a republican following her transition from the Democratic Party”
“the members of this body recognize and commend Mesha Mainor for her efficient, effective, unselfish, and dedicated public service to the State of Georgia”
Cronología del estado
- House Second Readers (Cámara de Representantes)
- House First Readers (Cámara de Representantes)
- House Hopper (Cámara de Representantes)
Patrocinadores
- Leesa Hagan (R, HD-156)
- Bethany Ballard (R, HD-147)
- Beth Camp (R, HD-135)
- Kimberly New (R, HD-040)
- Darlene Taylor (R, HD-173)
- Angie O'Steen (R, HD-169)
Temas
- legislative commendation
- Georgia House of Representatives
- Mesha Mainor