Georgia HR1465: Patafio, Alexandra "Alex" Marie; honoring the life and enduring legacy; indelible contributions to the Georgia legal community while a student at the Georgia State University College of Law; condolences

What the bill says

A resolution Recognizing and honoring the life and enduring legacy of Alexandra "Alex" Marie Patafio for her indelible contributions to the Georgia legal community while a student at the Georgia State University College of Law; and for other purposes.

From the introduced text:

A RESOLUTION Recognizing and honoring the life and enduring legacy of Alexandra "Alex" Marie Patafio for her indelible contributions to the Georgia legal community while a student at the Georgia State University College of Law; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, Alexandra Marie Patafio, affectionately known as Alex, enrolled in the Georgia State University College of Law in August 2020; and WHEREAS, in a class of 215, Alex instantly became a standout as a natural born leader and trailblazer; and WHEREAS, to her classmates, Alex was known for her charisma and contagious spirit, having adopted the motto "Do It Scared" because she knew any fears she had mattered less than the impact she could have on someone in need; and WHEREAS, Alex was known to her professors as that rare type of student who could and did lead the charge to reinvigorate a community and as someone who had an unrelenting desire to not only know the law, but to seek justice; and H. R. 1465 LC 129 1267 WHEREAS, these characteristics led her to become active with various initiatives offered by the College of Law including its Health Legal Partnership (HeLP) Clinic and the Alternative Spring Break pro bono program coordinated by its Center for Access to Justice; and WHEREAS, in recognition of her fearless advocacy on behalf of children …

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Sponsors

• Samuel Park (D, 107) · primary sponsor
• Jan Jones (R, 47)
• Trey Kelley (R, 16)
• El-Mahdi Holly (D, 116)
• Betsy Holland (D, 54)

Latest actions

1. March 25, 2026: House Committee Favorably Reported
2. February 24, 2026: House Read and Adopted
3. February 24, 2026: House First Readers
4. February 24, 2026: House Hopper

Common questions

What is HR1465?

HR1465 is a bill in the Georgia Legislature (2025-2026 Regular Session): Patafio, Alexandra "Alex" Marie; honoring the life and enduring legacy; indelible contributions to the Georgia legal community while a student at the Georgia State University College of Law; condolences.

What does HR1465 do?

In its own words: A resolution Recognizing and honoring the life and enduring legacy of Alexandra "Alex" Marie Patafio for her indelible contributions to the Georgia legal community while a student at the Georgia State University College of Law; and for other purposes.

What is the status of HR1465?

Passed both chambers as of February 24, 2026. Latest action: House Committee Favorably Reported (March 25, 2026).

Who sponsored HR1465?

Samuel Park (D, 107), with 4 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for HR1465?

On the Georgia Legislature website: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/73598