25 LC 112 3348 House Resolution 743 By: Representatives Hilton of the 48 th , Jones of the 47 th , and Gaines of the 120 th A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending the State Government Affairs Council upon its 50th 1 anniversary; and for other purposes.2 WHEREAS, the State Government Affairs Council (SGAC) was established 50 years ago3 with the mission to advance and support the state government affairs profession by fostering4 community and relationship building with peers and elected officials, building knowledge,5 and promoting diverse perspectives in a nonpartisan environment; and6 WHEREAS, SGAC's members, consisting of government affairs professionals, have7 consistently worked to enhance understanding and communication between the public and8 private sectors, ensuring the fair representation of diverse interests; advocating for the9 advancement of policies that promote unparalleled educational opportunities; providing a10 forum for members and policymakers to convene and collaborate; mentoring the next11 generation of state government affairs professionals; and promoting all aspects of diversity;12 and13 WHEREAS, through its collaboration with legislative bodies, administrative agencies, and14 community stakeholders, SGAC has helped build a more responsive, transparent, and15 accountable government at the state level; and16 H. R. 743 - 1 - 25 LC 112 3348 WHEREAS, the 50th anniversary of SGAC represents a milestone of achievement and 17 service in its ongoing commitment to excellence in government affairs; and18 WHEREAS, SGAC has fostered a forward-thinking platform for addressing emerging19 challenges in state governance; and20 WHEREAS, SGAC has created a legacy of fostering leadership, training, and advocacy that21 has shaped the professional development of thousands of individuals in the field of22 government relations.23 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that24 the members of this body recognize and commend the State Government Affairs Council for25 its 50 years of dedicated service and significant contributions to enhancing the relationship26 between state and local governments, businesses, and communities.27 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the members of this body encourage continued support28 for the State Government Affairs Council's mission and commend its members for their29 tireless work to advocate for sound policy decisions, transparency, and good governance.30 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the members of this body extend congratulations to the31 State Government Affairs Council and its members on reaching this remarkable milestone32 as well as acknowledge their enduring influence on the state's government affairs landscape.33 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized34 and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to the35 State Government Affairs Council.36 H. R. 743 - 2 -