Georgia House Bill HR1724

Georgia 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/16/26
• Enrolled: 3/16/26
• Passed: 3/16/26

Caption

Andrew Young School of Policy Studies at Georgia State University; 30th anniversary; commend

Summary

House Resolution 1724 is a commemorative resolution recognizing and commending the Andrew Young School of Policy Studies at Georgia State University on the occasion of its 30th anniversary. The resolution recounts the school’s founding in 1996, its naming in honor of Ambassador Andrew Young, and its growth into a nationally recognized public affairs school with programs in criminal justice, economics, public management and policy, social work, and urban studies. The resolution highlights the school’s research centers and policy work in areas such as health policy, public finance, education policy, cybersecurity, nonprofit management, and urban policy. It also notes the school’s role in educating more than 2,200 students annually and more than 20,000 alumni who serve in government, nonprofit, international, and private-sector roles. The measure directs the House Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to the school.

Impact

This resolution does not change state law, create new programs, or appropriate funds. Its effect is symbolic: it places the Georgia House’s official recognition on the record and publicly honors Georgia State University’s Andrew Young School of Policy Studies for its educational and research contributions. The only formal action required is the transmission of an enrolled copy of the resolution to the school.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding the resolution is strongly positive and celebratory. The bill text is entirely commendatory, emphasizing the school’s academic excellence, public service mission, and contributions to Georgia and beyond. No votes or committee transcripts are provided, but the resolution’s tone indicates broad appreciation rather than controversy.

Contention

There are no notable points of contention in the text or available legislative history. Because this is a nonbinding honorary resolution, it does not appear to raise policy disputes, fiscal concerns, or partisan disagreements. The measure is focused solely on recognition of the school’s anniversary and accomplishments.