Georgia 2025-2026 Regular Session

Georgia House Bill HR837

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

Caption

Milton Eagles boys cross country team; winning the 2024 GHSA 5A Boys Cross Country State Championship; commend

Summary

House Resolution 837 is a ceremonial resolution commending the Milton Eagles boys cross country team for winning the 2024 GHSA 5A Boys Cross Country State Championship. The resolution recognizes the team’s season-long success, including strong performances at invitationals and meets, and highlights the team’s character, academics, teamwork, resilience, and dedication. It also credits Head Coach Katie Bailey for the team’s direction and leadership. The resolution does not create or amend any laws, change state policy, or appropriate funds. Its practical effect is limited to official recognition by the Georgia House of Representatives and authorization for the Clerk of the House to distribute copies of the resolution to the team. It serves as a formal expression of praise and congratulations for the athletes, coaches, and school community.

Impact

HR 837 has no regulatory or fiscal impact on state law and does not affect statutory rights, duties, or government programs. Its only legal effect is to memorialize the House’s commendation and authorize distribution of the resolution, making it a symbolic measure rather than substantive legislation.

Sentiment

The sentiment around the bill is uniformly positive and celebratory. The resolution reflects strong support for the Milton Eagles boys cross country team, emphasizing excellence, discipline, and school pride. There is no recorded opposition, committee debate, or vote controversy in the available materials.

Contention

There are no notable points of contention in the available record. Because the measure is a congratulatory resolution, it does not present policy disagreements, fiscal concerns, or competing stakeholder positions. The only identifiable perspective is supportive recognition of the team’s achievement and coaching leadership.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

GA HR874

Denmark High School boys cross country team; winning the 2024 GHSA Class 6A State Cross Country Championship; commend

GA HR835

Milton Eagles boys golf team; winning the 2024 GHSA 7A Boys Golf State Championship; commend

GA HR326

North Hall Middle School boys and girls cross country teams; winning the 2024 GHSA Middle School State Cross Country Championship; commend

GA HR836

Milton Eagles football team; winning the 2024 GHSA 5A State Football Championship; commend

GA HR739

Bleckley County High School boys cross country team; winning the 2024 Class 1A/Division 1 State Cross Country Championship; commend

GA HR2067

Milton Lady Eagles tennis team; winning the 2025 GHSA 5A Girls Tennis State Championship; commend

GA HR1413

North Hall High School girls cross country team; winning the 2025 GHSA Class 3A State Cross Country Championship; commend

GA HR55

Neshoba Central Boys' Cross Country Team; commend on winning MHSAA Class 6A State Championship.

GA HR833

Roswell Hornets boys lacrosse team; winning the 2024 GHSA 5A-6A Boys Lacrosse State Championship; commend

GA HR42

Madison-Ridgeland Academy Boys and Girls Cross Country Teams; commend on winning 2024 MAIS State Championship.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.