Georgia House Bill HR155

Georgia 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 2/4/25
• Enrolled: 2/4/25
• Passed: 2/4/25

Caption

East Paulding High School's Career and Technical Student Organizations; commend

Summary

House Resolution 155 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing and commending the Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSO) at East Paulding High School. It highlights the accomplishments of student groups including DECA, HOSA, SkillsUSA, and FFA, and notes that students and advisors are visiting the state capitol for CTSO Day on February 5, 2025. The resolution praises their academic achievement, leadership, industry certifications, competitive success, and community service. The resolution specifically cites DECA’s industry certification, region championship, Gold Certified School-Based Enterprise status, and large chapter size; HOSA’s healthcare education work, community service, and high pass rates on a health science exam; SkillsUSA’s chapter excellence and regional competition honors; and FFA’s agricultural education and leadership activities. It also names student officers and advisors, emphasizing the role of faculty mentorship in supporting these programs.

Impact

HR 155 does not change state law, create new programs, or appropriate funds. Its effect is limited to official recognition by the House of Representatives and public commendation of East Paulding High School’s CTSO students and advisors. The resolution may help elevate awareness of career and technical education, student leadership, and workforce pathways, but it has no direct regulatory or statutory impact on schools, students, or state agencies.

Sentiment

The sentiment around the resolution is strongly positive and supportive. The bill text is entirely laudatory, and the available context shows no recorded committee debate, votes, or opposition. It is presented as a routine commendation measure, reflecting broad appreciation for student achievement, service, and career-technical education.

Contention

There is no notable contention in the available record. Because the resolution is honorary and nonbinding, it does not appear to raise policy disputes over funding, curriculum, or school governance. The only substantive emphasis is on celebrating the accomplishments of East Paulding High School’s CTSO programs and their advisors.