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House Resolution 310
By: Representatives Santos of the 117
th
, Holly of the 116
th
, Douglas of the 78
th
, Flournoy of
the 74
th
, Kahaian of the 81
st
, and others
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commending Judge Holly W. Veal on her outstanding public service; and
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for other purposes.2
WHEREAS, Judge Holly W. Veal has long been recognized by the citizens of this state for3
the vital role that she has played in leadership and her deep personal commitment to the4
welfare of the citizens of Georgia; and5
WHEREAS, she has diligently and conscientiously devoted innumerable hours of her time,6
talents, and energy toward the betterment of her community and state, as evidenced7
dramatically by her superlative service with the Superior Court of Henry County; and8
WHEREAS, Judge Veal is a trailblazer in the legal profession, serving as the first9
Guyanese/African American as well as the first woman to hold a judgeship in the Superior10
Court of Henry County; and11
WHEREAS, throughout her distinguished career, she has been recognized by her peers and12
colleagues for her exemplary advocacy, having argued cases before the Supreme Court of13
Georgia, and her dedication to ethical standards in the legal profession is reflected in her14
service on the Formal Advisory Opinion Board through the State Bar of Georgia; and15
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WHEREAS, Judge Veal has further demonstrated a steadfast commitment to reform and
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rehabilitation through her oversight of the Henry County Adult Felony Drug Court Program,17
championing initiatives that provide opportunities for drug offenders to reintegrate into18
society and pursue paths to recovery; and19
WHEREAS, outside the courtroom, she remains deeply engaged in her community and20
serves on the Board of Directors for the Hands of Hope Clinic; and21
WHEREAS, as additional testament to her excellent service, she was previously honored by22
the Georgia Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers for her leadership as chair of the23
Debra Blum Mental Health Committee; and24
WHEREAS, with her steadfast dedication to justice and the proper administration of the law,25
Judge Holly W. Veal continues to inspire and lead, and it is abundantly fitting and proper that26
she be appropriately honored.27
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that28
the members of this body recognize and commend Judge Holly W. Veal for her efficient,29
effective, unselfish, and dedicated public service to the State of Georgia and extend their30
most sincere best wishes for continued health and happiness.31
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized32
and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Judge33
Holly W. Veal.34
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