Georgia legislation · 2025-2026 Regular Session
Georgia HR2020: Gilliard, Representative Carl; recognize
Status: Passed both chambers, March 31, 2026
A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Representative Carl Gilliard; and for other purposes.
What the bill says
A resolution Recognizing and commending Representative Carl Gilliard; and for other purposes.
From the introduced text:
A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending Representative Carl Gilliard; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, Representative Carl Gilliard 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, currently serving his fourth term representing House District 162, Representative Gilliard is widely recognized as one of the most productive democratic lawmakers in Georgia, often referred to as the "James Brown of the Georgia General Assembly" for his relentless work ethic; and WHEREAS, his exemplary legislative portfolio includes impactful measures such as the Savannah State Farmers Market Authority, the Weeping Time Cultural Heritage Corridor Authority, the Savannah Music Commission Act, the Original 33 Memorial Act, and the Autism Missing Persons Alert Act, among others; and WHEREAS, he was elected as chairman of the Georgia Legislative Black Caucus in 2023, and his leadership has since helped elevate it to the largest Black caucus in the nation; and H. R. 2020 LC 112 4162 WHEREAS, he has further served his fellow citizens as founder of Candy Love, the nation's first positive rap group; Project Love, a youth development organization; and Feed the Hungry, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to feeding, restoring dignity, and uplifting the working poor; and WHEREAS, Representative Gilliard's significant …
Sponsors
- Ron Stephens (R, 164) · primary sponsor
- Edna Jackson (D, 165)
- Jesse Petrea (R, 166)
Latest actions
- : House Read and Adopted
- : House First Readers
- : House Hopper
Common questions
- What is HR2020?
- HR2020 is a bill in the Georgia Legislature (2025-2026 Regular Session): Gilliard, Representative Carl; recognize.
- What does HR2020 do?
- In its own words: A resolution Recognizing and commending Representative Carl Gilliard; and for other purposes.
- What is the status of HR2020?
- Passed both chambers as of March 31, 2026. Latest action: House Read and Adopted (March 31, 2026).
- Who sponsored HR2020?
- Ron Stephens (R, 164), with 2 co-sponsors.
- Where is the official record for HR2020?
- On the Georgia Legislature website: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74624
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