Georgia HR1843: Smith, Representative Lynn; commend

What the bill says

A resolution Recognizing and commending Representative Lynn Smith; and for other purposes.

From the introduced text:

A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending Representative Lynn Smith; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, Representative Lynn Smith has long been recognized by the citizens of this state for the vital role that she has played in leadership and her deep personal commitment to the welfare of the citizens of Georgia; and WHEREAS, she has diligently and conscientiously devoted innumerable hours of her time, talents, and energy toward the betterment of her community and state as evidenced dramatically by her superlative service with the Georgia House of Representatives; and WHEREAS, Representative Smith was elected to the Georgia House of Representatives in 1996; and WHEREAS, during her tenure, Representative Smith has championed landmark legislation, including the Water Stewardship Act, the creation of the Regional Water Plans, and revisions to the Brownfield Act; and H. R. 1843 LC 129 1497 WHEREAS, she currently serves as chairman for the House Natural Resources and Environment Committee, and champions sound environmental policies that protect the environment as well as the economy of Georgia; and WHEREAS, she also serves on the Appropriations, Rules, Reapportionment, Small Business Development, Economic Development and Tourism, and Creative Arts and Entertainment Committees as well as the Special Committee on Resource Management; and WHEREAS, in addition to state committees, Representative Smith served as chair of the Southern Legislative conference Energy and Environment Committee, is …

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Sponsors

• Trey Rhodes (R, 124) · primary sponsor
• Jon Burns (R, HD-159)
• John Corbett (R, 174)
• Smith, Vance (R, 138)
• Hatchett, Matt (R, 155)
• Robert Dickey (R, 134)

Latest actions

1. March 23, 2026: House Read and Adopted
2. March 23, 2026: House First Readers
3. March 23, 2026: House Hopper

Common questions

What is HR1843?

HR1843 is a bill in the Georgia Legislature (2025-2026 Regular Session): Smith, Representative Lynn; commend.

What does HR1843 do?

In its own words: A resolution Recognizing and commending Representative Lynn Smith; and for other purposes.

What is the status of HR1843?

Passed both chambers as of March 23, 2026. Latest action: House Read and Adopted (March 23, 2026).

Who sponsored HR1843?

Trey Rhodes (R, 124), with 5 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for HR1843?

On the Georgia Legislature website: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74356