Georgia 2025-2026 Regular Session

Georgia House Bill HR2036

Introduced
3/31/26  
Enrolled
3/31/26  

Caption

Brand, Dr. Miranda; commend

Summary

House Resolution 2036 is a simple commendatory resolution recognizing and praising Dr. Miranda Brand for her leadership and service in higher education. The resolution highlights her role as Dean and Vice President of the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences and School of Aviation at Purdue University Global, her oversight of faculty and academic programs, and her work supporting student success, innovation, and workforce readiness. The resolution also recounts Dr. Brand’s broader career in public education, including service as a teacher, curriculum coordinator, staff development presenter, and school administrator. It notes her academic credentials and several awards, and it emphasizes her contributions to program development, faculty mentoring, and industry partnerships. The only operative effect of the resolution is to formally commend her and authorize the House Clerk to distribute a copy to her.

Impact

HR 2036 does not change Georgia law, create new programs, appropriate funds, or impose any regulatory requirements. Its legal effect is limited to a formal expression of appreciation by the House of Representatives and the administrative act of sending an official copy to Dr. Brand. The resolution has no direct impact on state statutes or on the rights or obligations of any person or entity.

Sentiment

The sentiment around the resolution is uniformly positive. The bill text is entirely laudatory, and the available context shows no recorded opposition, committee controversy, or recorded votes. It is a ceremonial measure intended to honor an individual’s professional achievements and public service.

Contention

There are no notable points of contention in the available materials. Because the resolution is honorary and nonbinding, it does not appear to have generated debate over policy, funding, or legal consequences. The only subject of the measure is whether to formally recognize Dr. Miranda Brand’s accomplishments, and the text presents that recognition as uncontroversial.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

GA HJR754

Commending Dr. Susan Schultz Huxman.

GA K01323

Commending Dr. Wendy A. Paterson for her years of service as Dean of the School of Education at Buffalo State University

GA HC46

Dr. Kim Welch Hoover; commend for over 40 years of career excellence in the health care field.

GA HR0222

COMMENDS-UIC CHAIR CHAT SERIES

GA HR0251

COMMENDS-UIC CHAIR CHAT SERIES

GA SR169

Commending Debbie L. Sydow, Ph.D.

GA HR2035

Kaur, Gurmit; commend

GA HR36

Dr. Lloyd Walker, commended

GA HJR38

Dr. Lloyd Walker, commended

GA HR781

Kerce, Dr. Stephanie Dean; commend

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.