Georgia HR901: Calloway, AJ; commend

What the bill says

A resolution Recognizing and commending AJ Calloway; and for other purposes.

From the introduced text:

A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending AJ Calloway; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, AJ Calloway is a distinguished journalist, cultural influencer, and media professional renowned for his compelling interviews with global humanitarians, political figures, and entertainment icons; and WHEREAS, he first gained national recognition as the original co-host of 106 & Park: BET's Top Ten Live, a groundbreaking music countdown show that became a cultural phenomenon and the highest-rated program on BET, shaping a generation of music and entertainment enthusiasts; and WHEREAS, following his success at BET, AJ Calloway transitioned to EXTRA, a nationally syndicated entertainment news program, where he served as co-host for 15 years, earning critical acclaim and contributing to the show's Daytime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Entertainment News Program in 2014 and 2016; and WHEREAS, AJ Calloway currently serves as CEO of Collective Professional Resource Group, a consulting firm specializing in marketing, strategic partnerships, brand development, and event production, as well as leader of Off the Plantation Productions Inc., H. R. LC 112 3615 a production company dedicated to amplifying untold, dynamic stories of African Americans; and WHEREAS, a proud alumnus of Howard University, AJ Calloway is dedicated to education and mentorship, serving on the Dean's Advisory Board at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and as Vice-Chairman of the Thomas W. Dortch Jr. Foundation, which empowers underserved youth; …

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Sponsors

• Eric Bell (D) · primary sponsor
• Inga Willis (D)
• L.C. Myles (D, 126)
• Omari Crawford (D, 89)
• Karen Bennett (D, 94)
• Cannon, Park (D, 58)

Latest actions

1. March 31, 2025: House Read and Adopted
2. March 31, 2025: House First Readers
3. March 31, 2025: House Hopper

Common questions

What is HR901?

HR901 is a bill in the Georgia Legislature (2025-2026 Regular Session): Calloway, AJ; commend.

What does HR901 do?

In its own words: A resolution Recognizing and commending AJ Calloway; and for other purposes.

What is the status of HR901?

Passed both chambers as of March 31, 2025. Latest action: House Read and Adopted (March 31, 2025).

Who sponsored HR901?

Eric Bell (D), with 5 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for HR901?

On the Georgia Legislature website: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/71960