Georgia HR1346: Zander Trayvon Whatley Memorial Intersection; Paulding County; dedicate

What the bill says

A resolution Honoring the life of Zander Trayvon Whatley and dedicating an intersection in his memory; and for other purposes.

From the introduced text:

A RESOLUTION Honoring the life of Zander Trayvon Whatley and dedicating an intersection in his memory; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, Zander Trayvon Whatley was born on May 11, 2012, the beloved son of Shareeda Dorsey and Jermaine Whatley, and his life was tragically cut short on April 29, 2024, when he became an innocent bystander in a senseless act of violence within his own home; and WHEREAS, Zander was 11 years old and a vibrant fifth grade student at Hal Hutchens Elementary School, where he proudly served on the student council; and WHEREAS, a talented athlete and competitor, Zander excelled at soccer, baseball, and football; and WHEREAS, Zander had an infectious spirit that shined brightly through his love of the Lord and was demonstrated through his weekly worship; and WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this remarkable and distinguished Georgian be recognized appropriately by dedicating an intersection in his memory. H. R. 1346 LC 39 4939 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED AND ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF GEORGIA that the intersection of State Route 92 and Sweetwater Church Road in Paulding County is dedicated as the Zander Trayvon Whatley Memorial Intersection. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Department of Transportation is authorized and directed to erect and maintain appropriate signs dedicating the Zander Trayvon Whatley Memorial …

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Sponsors

• Kimberly New (R, 40) · primary sponsor
• Kimberly Alexander (D)
• Martin Momtahan (R, 17)
• Joseph Gullett (R, 19)
• Trey Kelley (R, 16)
• Tyler Smith (R, 18)

Latest actions

1. February 18, 2026: House Second Readers
2. February 17, 2026: House First Readers
3. February 12, 2026: House Hopper

Common questions

What is HR1346?

HR1346 is a bill in the Georgia Legislature (2025-2026 Regular Session): Zander Trayvon Whatley Memorial Intersection; Paulding County; dedicate.

What does HR1346 do?

In its own words: A resolution Honoring the life of Zander Trayvon Whatley and dedicating an intersection in his memory; and for other purposes.

What is the status of HR1346?

In committee as of February 18, 2026. Latest action: House Second Readers (February 18, 2026).

Who sponsored HR1346?

Kimberly New (R, 40), with 5 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for HR1346?

On the Georgia Legislature website: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/73167