Georgia House Bill HR869

Georgia 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/31/25
• Enrolled: 3/31/25
• Passed: 3/31/25

Caption

Patton, Samantha; State Championship in the Girls 130LB Weight Class Division at the 2024 traditional Wrestling State championship; commend

Summary

House Resolution 869 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing and commending Samantha Patton of Cook High School for winning the Girls 130LB Weight Class Division at the 2024 GHSA Traditional Wrestling State Championship. The resolution highlights her achievement as the first Lady Hornet from her school to become a state wrestling champion and praises her dedication, sportsmanship, leadership, and athletic skill. The measure does not create, amend, or repeal any state law. Instead, it serves as an official expression of the House of Representatives’ appreciation for Patton’s accomplishment and authorizes the Clerk of the House to provide her with a copy of the resolution. Its practical effect is limited to public recognition and commendation of an individual student-athlete.

Impact

HR 869 has no direct legal or regulatory impact on Georgia statutes, agencies, or public programs. It is a nonbinding honorary resolution that formally recognizes Samantha Patton’s wrestling championship and directs that an official copy be distributed to her, but it does not alter state law or impose any obligations on any person or entity.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding the resolution is entirely positive and celebratory. The bill text uses praise-heavy language emphasizing Patton’s courage, determination, hard work, sportsmanship, and the pride she brought to her school and community. No opposition, controversy, or recorded dissent appears in the available context, and there are no committee transcripts or votes indicating disagreement.

Contention

There are no notable points of contention in the available record. Because HR 869 is a ceremonial commendation rather than substantive legislation, it does not raise policy disputes, fiscal concerns, or legal objections. The only identifiable focus is the recognition of Samantha Patton’s athletic achievement and her historic status at Cook High School.