Georgia HR1258: Thomas, Dr. Latoya; Douglas County School System 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year; commend

What the bill says

A resolution Commending Dr. Latoya Thomas, the Douglas County School System 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year; and for other purposes.

From the introduced text:

A RESOLUTION Commending Dr. Latoya Thomas, the Douglas County School System 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, a proper quality education for the young people of this state is the single most important objective of the General Assembly; and WHEREAS, nothing is more vital to the future of our state than the education of our young people, and Dr. Latoya Thomas exemplifies the selfless dedication that is characteristic of our finest teachers; and WHEREAS, Dr. Latoya Thomas is a highly praised Information Technology teacher at Manchester High School, tirelessly directing an extraordinary amount of time and talent toward guiding students to a brighter future; and WHEREAS, Dr. Latoya Thomas has earned distinction and numerous awards for teaching excellence as a result of her dedication to her students and her profession and has been honored as the Douglas County School System 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year, the 2024 Georgia Business Education Association Teacher of the Year, and the 2021 FBLA New Teacher of the Year; and H. R. 1258 LC 129 0968 WHEREAS, in recognition of such remarkable contributions to the education and welfare of Georgia's students, it is abundantly fitting and proper for this body to honor the extraordinary accomplishments and academic achievements of this outstanding educator. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF …

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Sponsors

• Sylvia Baker (D) · primary sponsor
• McQueen, Mekyah (D, 61)
• Kimberly Alexander (D)
• Kimberly New (R, 40)
• Bryce Berry (D, 56)

Latest actions

1. February 5, 2026: House Read and Adopted
2. February 5, 2026: House First Readers
3. February 5, 2026: House Hopper

Common questions

What is HR1258?

HR1258 is a bill in the Georgia Legislature (2025-2026 Regular Session): Thomas, Dr. Latoya; Douglas County School System 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year; commend.

What does HR1258 do?

In its own words: A resolution Commending Dr. Latoya Thomas, the Douglas County School System 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year; and for other purposes.

What is the status of HR1258?

Passed both chambers as of February 5, 2026. Latest action: House Read and Adopted (February 5, 2026).

Who sponsored HR1258?

Sylvia Baker (D), with 4 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for HR1258?

On the Georgia Legislature website: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/72932