Georgia HR509: Cotten, Staff Sergeant (Ret.) Judith L.; commend

What the bill says

A resolution Recognizing and commending Staff Sergeant (Ret.) Judith L. Cotten; and for other purposes.

From the introduced text:

A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending Staff Sergeant (Ret.) Judith L. Cotten; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, Staff Sergeant (Ret.) Judith L. Cotten valiantly and courageously served as a guardian of this nation's freedom and liberty with the United States Army for 21 years, retiring as a Non-Commissioned Officer in 2001; and WHEREAS, she is a lifetime member of the National Association of Black Military Women Inc., currently serving as the national secretary and a second term president for the Metropolitan Atlanta Chapter; and WHEREAS, as further testament to her dedication to the community, Staff Sergeant (Ret.) Cotten is the founder and national president of the Omicron Nu Xi Military Sorority Inc., founder of the Omicron Nu Xi Military Auxiliaries Inc., a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., and more; and WHEREAS, a woman of deep and abiding faith, Staff Sergeant (Ret.) Cotten is a faithful member at Shiloh Baptist Church in Jonesboro, Georgia, where she serves as the executive administrator, trustee chairwoman, and media department streaming facilitator; and H. R. LC 129 0251 WHEREAS, she has diligently and conscientiously devoted innumerable hours of her time, talents, and energy toward the betterment of her community and state, as evidenced dramatically by her superlative service as a licensed realtor, life and health insurance producer, and real estate instructor; and WHEREAS, it …

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Sponsors

• Sandra Scott (D, 76) · primary sponsor
• Viola Davis (D, 87)
• Kim Schofield (D, 63)
• Lynn Heffner (D, 130)

Latest actions

1. March 4, 2025: House Read and Adopted
2. March 4, 2025: House First Readers
3. March 4, 2025: House Hopper

Common questions

What is HR509?

HR509 is a bill in the Georgia Legislature (2025-2026 Regular Session): Cotten, Staff Sergeant (Ret.) Judith L.; commend.

What does HR509 do?

In its own words: A resolution Recognizing and commending Staff Sergeant (Ret.) Judith L. Cotten; and for other purposes.

What is the status of HR509?

Passed both chambers as of March 4, 2025. Latest action: House Read and Adopted (March 4, 2025).

Who sponsored HR509?

Sandra Scott (D, 76), with 3 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for HR509?

On the Georgia Legislature website: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/71177