Georgia 2025-2026 Regular Session

Georgia House Bill HR795

Introduced
3/27/25  
Enrolled
3/27/25  

Caption

Grant, Lewis; commend

Summary

House Resolution 795 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing and commending Lewis Grant, an Atlanta native and longtime musician, for his contributions to Georgia’s musical and cultural life. The resolution recounts his early start in music, his studies at Clark College (now Clark Atlanta University), his leadership in the French horn section and Philharmonic Society, and his later work forming The Prime Ministers Band and performing with a range of notable artists and venues. The resolution does not create any new program, regulation, or funding mechanism. Its practical effect is limited to formally expressing the House’s appreciation and directing the Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to Lewis Grant. It is a purely honorary measure and does not amend state law or affect any statutory rights or obligations.

Impact

HR 795 has no substantive impact on Georgia law, state agencies, or regulated parties. It is a commemorative House resolution that serves to place the General Assembly’s recognition of Lewis Grant into the official record and authorize distribution of the resolution to him.

Sentiment

The sentiment around the bill is entirely positive and celebratory. The resolution praises Lewis Grant’s musical career, his versatility, and his contributions to Georgia’s cultural heritage, and the available context shows no recorded opposition, committee controversy, or dissenting votes. The tone is one of public appreciation and commendation.

Contention

There are no notable points of contention in the available record. Because the measure is honorary rather than substantive, it does not appear to have generated policy debate, stakeholder opposition, or disagreement over legal effects. The only action reflected is formal recognition by the House.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

GA HR697

Tucker, Haywood; commend

GA HR400

Commending Major Joseph R. Denti, ANG.

GA HR349

Auburn University School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape Design, commended

GA HR68

Commends Elizabeth Kimball Lewis on the occasion of her one hundredth birthday

GA SJR101

Auburn University Architecture Program, commended

GA HR585

Commending Grant Holloway.

GA HJR487

Commending Grant Holloway.

GA SR1078

Trillville; recognize and commend

GA SR186

Commending Grant Holloway.

GA SJR239

Commending Alexandria Searls.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.