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House Resolution 566
By: Representative Reese of the 140
th
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commending Congresswoman Lucy McBath; and for other purposes.
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WHEREAS, Congresswoman Lucy McBath has devoted her career to advocating for2
bipartisan solutions that address gun violence, support small businesses, strengthen the3
economy, protect veterans, and lower healthcare and prescription drug costs; and4
WHEREAS, since taking office in January 2019, she has worked across party lines to5
advance meaningful legislation, earning recognition as an effective lawmaker and a leading6
voice within the House Democratic Caucus; and7
WHEREAS, she played a key role in the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, the first8
comprehensive gun safety legislation in over three decades; championed the HAVEN Act,9
which provides protections for veterans experiencing financial hardship; and supported a bill10
to limit the cost of insulin for seniors on Medicare to $35 per month; and11
WHEREAS, her advocacy in Congress has been shaped by her lived experiences, particularly12
her unwavering dedication to preventing other families from enduring the pain of losing a13
loved one to gun violence; and14
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WHEREAS, Congresswoman McBath has proudly represented metro Atlanta in Georgia's
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Sixth Congressional District, working diligently to uplift and protect the communities she16
serves through meaningful policy and action; and17
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the outstanding accomplishments of this18
remarkable and distinguished individual be appropriately honored.19
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that20
the members of this body recognize and commend Congresswoman Lucy McBath for her21
efficient, effective, unselfish, and dedicated public service as well as extend the most sincere22
best wishes for continued health and happiness.23
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized24
and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to25
Congresswoman Lucy McBath.26
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