Georgia 2025-2026 Regular Session

Georgia House Bill HR383

Introduced
2/24/25  
Enrolled
2/24/25  

Caption

Marietta City Schools; recipient of the Georgia Reads Community Award; dedication to literacy advancement; commend

Impact

The resolution illustrates the significant role that local entities play in promoting literacy and education within their communities. By celebrating this accomplishment, House Resolution 383 emphasizes the need for collaborative efforts to tackle literacy challenges across Georgia. It serves to inspire other schools and communities to form similar partnerships, thereby creating a broader movement towards improving literacy rates statewide.

Summary

House Resolution 383 congratulates Marietta City Schools for receiving the Georgia Reads Community Award, which recognizes exceptional efforts in literacy improvement from birth through adulthood. The resolution highlights the importance of community partnerships in addressing low literacy rates and acknowledges Marietta City Schools' collaboration with organizations like United Way of Greater Atlanta and the Rollins Center for Language and Literacy. This commitment aims to enhance literacy through initiatives that begin as early as the third trimester of pregnancy, focusing on early childhood education.

Contention

While the resolution is largely celebratory, it may also spark discussions regarding the allocation of resources for literacy programs and the effectiveness of different approaches to address literacy issues. As communities strive to replicate the success exemplified by Marietta City Schools, there may be debates over the best strategies for fostering community involvement in literacy initiatives and ensuring sustainable results.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

GA HR1145

Several cities designated as Georgia PlanFirst communities; commend

GA HR1693

Collins, LaDonna; 2024 Heart of the Community Award recipient; commend

GA HR868

2024 Georgia Single Parent Legacy Builders Recognition and Awards finalists, the 2024 Georgia Single Parent Overcomer Founder Award finalists, and the 2024 Georgia Single Parent Ruth Brewster Endurance Award recipients; commend

GA HR1694

Pullen, Ann; 2024 Heart of the Community Award recipient; commend

GA HR728

Warden, Cristin; 2023 Heart of the Community Award recipient; commend

GA HR702

Dempsey, Gaines and Amy; 2023 Heart of the Community Award recipients; commend

GA HR1689

Gaines, Phillip; 2024 Heart of the Community Award recipient; commend

GA HR1208

2023 Technical College System of Georgia awards winners; commend

GA HR1691

Richards, Mimi; 2024 Heart of the Community Award recipient; commend

GA HR1695

Hight, Terrence "Poppa T", Sr.; 2024 Heart of the Community Award recipient; commend

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