Georgia House Bill HR922

Georgia 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 4/2/25
• Enrolled: 4/2/25
• Passed: 4/2/25

Caption

The Empowerment Workshop and Le'Dor Milteer; founder; commend

Summary

House Resolution 922 is a ceremonial resolution that commends The Empowerment Workshop (TEW) and its founder, Le'Dor Milteer, for their community service, advocacy, and empowerment work. The resolution highlights that TEW was founded in 2022 in Sandy Springs and describes the organization as focused on connecting diverse communities through education, inclusion, mentorship, and public policy engagement. The resolution specifically recognizes TEW’s support for youth, small businesses, minority communities, and seniors, as well as its sponsorship of cultural and educational events such as Sandy Springs Juneteenth, the Atlanta Caribbean Carnival and Parade, Black History Month programming, and International Women’s Day Atlanta. It also notes TEW’s volunteer and service credit program at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, which provides hands-on experience and skill-building opportunities for students and volunteers.

Impact

HR 922 does not change state law, create new programs, appropriate funds, or impose regulatory requirements. Its effect is limited to official recognition by the Georgia House of Representatives, with the clerk directed to provide a copy of the resolution to Le'Dor Milteer. The bill’s practical impact is symbolic, elevating the visibility of TEW and its founder and publicly affirming the legislature’s support for community-based advocacy and empowerment efforts.

Sentiment

The sentiment around the resolution is strongly positive and appreciative. The bill’s language is entirely laudatory, emphasizing equity, inclusion, leadership, and community engagement, and there is no recorded opposition, committee debate, or vote history indicating controversy. The resolution presents TEW as a beneficial civic organization worthy of honor and best wishes for continued success.

Contention

There is no notable policy contention in the text or available legislative history because the measure is a commendation rather than substantive legislation. Any possible differences in perspective would likely be limited to the broader themes referenced in the resolution—such as advocacy, systemic inequality, and support for marginalized communities—but no specific objections, amendments, or dissenting views are documented in the provided materials.