Georgia HR1698: McClain, Honorable Dewey; recognize

What the bill says

A resolution Recognizing and commending the Honorable Dewey McClain; and for other purposes.

From the introduced text:

A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending the Honorable Dewey McClain; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, the Honorable Dewey McClain has long been recognized by the citizens of this state for the vital role that he has played in leadership and his deep personal commitment to the welfare of the citizens of Georgia; and WHEREAS, State Representative Dewey McClain was first elected and began serving the citizens of Gwinnett County in 2014, and he currently serves on the Game, Fish and Parks, Industry & Labor, Motor Vehicles, State Planning, and Community Affairs committees; and WHEREAS, prior to being elected to represent the great citizens of Georgia's District 109, Representative McClain was a professional football player; spent 18 years with the Department of Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs; worked four years with the Atlanta Workforce Development Agency; as well as served as the President of the Atlanta North Georgia Labor Council AFL-CIO; and WHEREAS, he has selflessly volunteered with numerous organizations such as the Special Olympics, Boys and Girls Club, the Sickle Cell Foundation, and the Martin Luther King, Jr., Center for Non-Violent Social Change; and H. R. 1698 LC 129 1377 WHEREAS, Representative McClain also serves on the Board of the NFLPA Gene Upshaw Players Assistance Trust Fund, NFLPA National Former Players, Metro Atlanta United Way, and Gwinnett County Parks Foundation; and …

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Sponsors

• Gabe Okoye (D, 102) · primary sponsor
• Bryce Berry (D, 56)
• Doreen Carter (D, 93)
• Phil Olaleye (D, 59)
• Ruwa Romman (D, 97)
• Solomon Adesanya (D)

Latest actions

1. March 12, 2026: House Read and Adopted
2. March 12, 2026: House First Readers
3. March 12, 2026: House Hopper

Common questions

What is HR1698?

HR1698 is a bill in the Georgia Legislature (2025-2026 Regular Session): McClain, Honorable Dewey; recognize.

What does HR1698 do?

In its own words: A resolution Recognizing and commending the Honorable Dewey McClain; and for other purposes.

What is the status of HR1698?

Passed both chambers as of March 12, 2026. Latest action: House Read and Adopted (March 12, 2026).

Who sponsored HR1698?

Gabe Okoye (D, 102), with 5 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for HR1698?

On the Georgia Legislature website: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74080