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House Resolution 309
By: Representatives Hagan of the 156
th
, McDonald III of the 26
th
, Barrett of the 24
th
, and
McCollum of the 30
th
A RESOLUTION
Honoring and commending Rilyn Rodgers; and for other purposes.
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WHEREAS, Rilyn Rodgers, a standout 16-year-old student at Vidalia Heritage Academy and2
dedicated citizen of Wheeler County, Georgia, has demonstrated exceptional character and3
commitment to her community; and4
WHEREAS, Hurricane Helene caused widespread destruction that affected many residents5
of our region, requiring immediate and coordinated response efforts to provide relief, rescue,6
and recovery; and7
WHEREAS, in the wake of Hurricane Helene, Rilyn selflessly volunteered her time and8
efforts to aid those in need, showcasing her dedication to making a positive impact in times9
of adversity; and10
WHEREAS, Rilyn actively participated in efforts to assist with disaster relief, including11
organizing food and supply points of distribution, creating and managing a social media12
platform to provide timely information to residents, helping in the cleanup and recovery13
process, and offering support to displaced families; and14
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WHEREAS, Rilyn volunteered countless hours, collaborating with local and state agencies,
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emergency responders, and community members as well as contributing to relief efforts that16
helped restore hope and stability to those impacted by the disaster; and17
WHEREAS, Rilyn's actions exemplify the spirit of resilience, compassion, civic18
responsibility and dedication to serving others in times of need, inspiring those around her19
to act with kindness and urgency in times of crisis; and20
WHEREAS, through her actions, Rilyn has proven herself to be a responsible and caring21
individual who seeks to improve the lives of those around her, demonstrating leadership and22
empathy well beyond her years.23
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that24
the members of this body honor and commend Rilyn Rodgers for her exemplary volunteer25
service, unwavering dedication, and invaluable contributions following Hurricane Helene;26
her tireless efforts reflect the true spirit of community and selflessness, serving as an27
inspiration and model to all.28
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized29
and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Rilyn30
Rodgers.31
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