Georgia 2025-2026 Regular Session

Georgia House Bill HR1642

Introduced
3/6/26  
Enrolled
3/6/26  

Caption

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., Tri Mu Chapter; longstanding service and contributions to Douglas, Paulding, and Carroll Counties; commend

Summary

House Resolution 1642 is a commemorative resolution that recognizes Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., Tri Mu Chapter, for its longstanding service and contributions to Douglas, Paulding, and Carroll Counties. The resolution highlights the fraternity’s guiding principles of Manhood, Scholarship, Perseverance, and Uplift, and notes its community involvement through mentorship, scholarship programs, civic engagement, youth development, and charitable outreach. The measure does not create or amend any substantive law, impose requirements, or appropriate funds. Instead, it serves as an official expression of appreciation by the House of Representatives and authorizes the Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to the fraternity. Its practical effect is symbolic, honoring the organization’s community service and public leadership.

Impact

HR 1642 has no direct impact on state statutes, regulations, or government programs. It is a ceremonial resolution that formally commends a private civic organization and directs that an official copy be distributed to Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. The bill’s effect is limited to public recognition and does not alter legal rights, duties, or funding for any individual, county, or institution.

Sentiment

The sentiment around the resolution is strongly positive and noncontroversial. The bill’s language praises the fraternity’s community engagement, educational support, and charitable work, and there is no recorded committee debate or vote history indicating opposition. The absence of amendments, dissent, or procedural conflict suggests broad agreement with the recognition.

Contention

There are no notable points of contention in the available record. Because the resolution is honorary rather than substantive, it does not appear to raise policy disputes, fiscal concerns, or legal objections. Any discussion would likely center only on the appropriateness of the commendation and the specific organization being recognized, but no such disagreement is documented.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

GA HR1387

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.; longstanding service and contributions to the communities of Douglas, Paulding, and Carroll Counties; commend

GA SR243

Commending the Pi Lambda Lambda Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.

GA HR447

Commending the Gamma Xi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.

GA SR727

Eta Omega Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.; recognize

GA HJR188

Commending the Omicron Kappa Kappa Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.

GA HJ188

Commending the Omicron Kappa Kappa Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.

GA HR138

Commending the Third District of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.

GA SR135

Theta Lambda Lambda Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc.; recognize

GA H5035

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Day

GA H4345

Sigma Pi Fraternity's (Omega Psi Phi) 50th anniversary

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.