Georgia House Bill HR1423

Georgia 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 2/19/26
• Enrolled: 2/19/26
• Passed: 2/19/26

Caption

Georgia Chapter of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives; Georgia Chapter of NOBLE Day at the capitol; 03/18/26; celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives; recognize

Summary

House Resolution 1423 is a ceremonial resolution honoring the Georgia Chapter of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE) and recognizing March 18, 2026, as Georgia Chapter of NOBLE Day at the Capitol. It also celebrates the 50th anniversary of NOBLE as a national organization and highlights the Georgia chapter’s history, leadership, mentorship, and community engagement. The resolution recites the organization’s founding in 1976, its role in promoting a unified voice for Black law enforcement executives, and the Georgia chapter’s formation in 1984. It specifically notes the chapter’s contributions to leadership development, positive community-police relations, and the election of multiple national NOBLE presidents from Georgia, including trailblazing figures such as Jackie Barrett and Natalie Ammons. The measure is purely commemorative and does not create or amend substantive law.

Impact

HR 1423 has no direct legal or regulatory effect on Georgia statutes, agencies, or criminal justice procedures. Its practical impact is limited to official recognition by the House of Representatives, designation of a commemorative day at the Capitol, and authorization for the Clerk to distribute copies of the resolution to the Georgia Chapter of NOBLE. The bill serves as a formal expression of legislative appreciation rather than a change in state law.

Sentiment

The overall sentiment surrounding the resolution is strongly positive and celebratory. The text emphasizes respect, integrity, courage, accountability, diversity, mentorship, and service, and frames NOBLE as an important contributor to equity in the administration of justice and to constructive community partnerships. No opposition or controversy is reflected in the available context, and there are no recorded committee debates or votes indicating dissent.

Contention

There are no notable points of contention in the available bill text or legislative history. Because the measure is a nonbinding resolution honoring a professional organization, it does not appear to raise policy disputes, fiscal concerns, or legal objections. The only substantive focus is recognition of NOBLE’s role in law enforcement leadership and its historical significance, including the achievements of Black and female law enforcement leaders.