Georgia legislation · 2025-2026 Regular Session
Georgia HR1680: Whittle; Paula; commend
Status: Passed both chambers, March 12, 2026
A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Paula Whittle; and for other purposes.
What the bill says
A resolution Recognizing and commending Paula Whittle; and for other purposes.
From the introduced text:
A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending Paula Whittle; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, Paula Whittle, known as "the Mogul," is a serial entrepreneur, philanthropist, mentor, developer, and the founder and director of Atlanta International Fashion Week; and WHEREAS, years ago, Paula made history as the first Black person and first woman to direct a global fashion week; and WHEREAS, since then, she has produced and directed over 300 shows, worked with over 500 designers from around the globe, and produced 150 celebrity events; and WHEREAS, Atlanta International Fashion Week has several community development initiatives and various programs that improve citizen lives, such as Beauty & A Makeover; and WHEREAS, Atlanta International Fashion Week paves the way for the fashion industry in Atlanta by providing opportunities and propelling the careers of talented individuals, placing Atlanta on a global scale for fashion, highlighting Atlanta's rich heritage and historic H. R. 1680 LC 129 1027 buildings, as well as offering youth development and mentorship through the nonprofit, Fashion Apprentice; and WHEREAS, under the guiding hand of Paula Whittle, the Atlanta International Fashion Week has become one of the largest fashion and entertainment events of the year; and WHEREAS, Paula's significant organizational and leadership talents, remarkable patience and diplomacy, and keen sense of vision have earned her the respect and admiration of all those who …
Sponsors
- Cannon, Park (D, 58) · primary sponsor
- Segun Adeyina (D)
- Derrick Jackson (D, HD-068)
- Debra Bazemore (D, 69)
Latest actions
- : House Read and Adopted
- : House First Readers
- : House Hopper
Common questions
- What is HR1680?
- HR1680 is a bill in the Georgia Legislature (2025-2026 Regular Session): Whittle; Paula; commend.
- What does HR1680 do?
- In its own words: A resolution Recognizing and commending Paula Whittle; and for other purposes.
- What is the status of HR1680?
- Passed both chambers as of March 12, 2026. Latest action: House Read and Adopted (March 12, 2026).
- Who sponsored HR1680?
- Cannon, Park (D, 58), with 3 co-sponsors.
- Where is the official record for HR1680?
- On the Georgia Legislature website: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74062
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