25 LC 112 3507 House Resolution 714 By: Representatives Jones of the 143 rd , McQueen of the 61 st , Jackson of the 68 th , McClain of the 109 th , and Herring of the 145 th A RESOLUTION Commending Brittany Thompkins, recipient of the 2025 Georgia Single Parent "Legacy 1 Builders" Award; and for other purposes.2 WHEREAS, Brittany Thompkins of Macon, Georgia, has recently been named a recipient3 of the 2025 Georgia Single Parent "Legacy Builders" Award in recognition of her exemplary4 dedication to her family, perseverance through adversity, and commitment to building a5 lasting legacy for her children; and6 WHEREAS, a devoted single mother of two, Brittany has consistently demonstrated7 resilience and strength in the face of financial hardship, choosing to overcome challenges8 with courage, determination, and an unwavering focus on her children's success; and9 WHEREAS, driven by a desire to provide meaningful opportunities for her family, Brittany10 founded Sweet Serenity Lemonade as a creative solution to support her son's travel baseball11 expenses, ultimately transforming it into a thriving business venture through her12 entrepreneurial spirit and hard work; and13 H. R. 714 - 1 - 25 LC 112 3507 WHEREAS, in addition to her business, Brittany successfully balances full-time employment 14 with her parenting responsibilities, prioritizing her children's growth, education, and15 well-being while modeling the values of selflessness, dedication, and responsibility; and16 WHEREAS, she is a valued member of Bibb Mount Zion Baptist Church, where she remains17 grounded in her faith and supported by a community that recognizes her perseverance and18 joy in uplifting others; and19 WHEREAS, her humility, work ethic, and positive outlook serve as a daily inspiration to her20 children and community, exemplifying the qualities of leadership and determination that21 define a true legacy builder; and22 WHEREAS, through her actions, Brittany Thompkins has instilled in her children the23 importance of resilience, initiative, and the pursuit of their goals, setting a powerful example24 of what can be achieved through perseverance and love.25 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that26 the members of this body commend Brittany Thompkins for her outstanding achievements27 as a mother, entrepreneur, and community role model as well as congratulate her upon being28 named a recipient of the 2025 Georgia Single Parent "Legacy Builders" Award.29 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized30 and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to31 Brittany Thompkins.32 H. R. 714 - 2 -