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HR 349

COMMENDATIONS: Commends Clancy DuBos on the occasion of his retirement after five decades in journalism

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Delisha Boyd and 13 co-sponsors

H.R. 349 consists of ceremonial resolutions recognizing and honoring local institutions, individuals, or organizations, not creating laws or allocating funds.

Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House.
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Bill Summary · HR 349

Summary — H.R. 349 (compiled document)

Note: The file provided appears to combine several distinct “H.R. 349” or “House Resolution 349” texts from different jurisdictions and contains conflicting metadata (a title about Clancy DuBos, state-resolution texts for Alabama/Georgia/Illinois, and a long list of federal cosponsors). The summary below separates and summarizes the distinct resolution texts included, states who is affected, and provides the procedural timeline as reported. Readers should verify the authoritative bill text and jurisdiction (state house vs. U.S. House) for any legal or official use.

Overall purpose

The document is a set of commendatory/recognition resolutions (non‑binding acknowledgements) that honor local institutions, persons, or organizations and celebrate historical, cultural, or civic contributions. Each included resolution is symbolic — it expresses recognition, appreciation, or congratulations rather than creating law or allocating funds.

Key provisions (by resolution text included)

  • Alabama — “Recognizing the importance of the Snowflake Hydrangea”

    • Recognizes Snowflake Hydrangea (a cultivar of Hydrangea quercifolia) as a botanical treasure tied to the City of Hoover and Alabama.
    • Honors nurserymen Loren and Eddie Aldridge and Kay Aldridge for cultivating the plant and establishing Aldridge Gardens.
    • Notes that the Snowflake Hydrangea was designated City Flower of Hoover in 2006.
    • Expresses the state legislature’s appreciation for the Aldridge family’s contributions to horticulture, tourism, education, and conservation.
  • Georgia — Commending Georgia Military College (GMC) on its 145th anniversary

    • Commends GMC (founded Oct 14, 1879) for education, military heritage, and community service.
    • Notes GMC’s mission of accessibility/affordability, its preparatory school (K–12), junior college role (high share of first‑generation/low‑income students), Corps of Cadets and commissioning/ROTC success, satellite campuses, and online programs.
    • Extends best wishes and directs the Clerk to provide a copy of the resolution to GMC.
  • Illinois — Commending Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

    • Recognizes Delta Sigma Theta’s founding (Jan 13, 1913) and long history of public service, political advocacy, educational and community programs.
    • Notes state/regional chapters in Illinois, community impact (mentorship, scholarships, voter education, health initiatives), and regular “Delta Days” at the State Capitol.
    • Directs that a copy be presented to regional/state leadership of Delta Sigma Theta.

Who is affected / recognized

  • Individuals and entities honored: the Aldridge family and Aldridge Gardens (Alabama), Georgia Military College (GMC) and its students/alumni/staff (Georgia), and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority and its Illinois chapters/members.
  • Community impacts highlighted: local tourism, education/outreach, environmental stewardship, military and leadership development, and civic engagement programs.

Procedural timeline & status (as reported)

  • Introduced: January 13, 2025 (document header)
  • Committee referrals (various items listed): e.g., House Committee on Agriculture (1/13/25); Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry (2/14/25) — these committee referrals appear inconsistent with the symbolic nature of the state resolutions and may reflect mixed metadata.
  • Consideration and adoption events listed across Jan–June 2025:
    • Adopted / Read and Adopted: March–May 2025 (multiple calendar entries)
    • Enrolled and signed by Speaker: June 10, 2025
    • Taken by Clerk and presented to Secretary of State: June 11, 2025
  • Co‑sponsor additions and clerical filings are recorded (May 2025). The long sponsors list appears to mix federal and state lawmakers and multiple “primary” sponsors.

Important notes / caveats

  • This compilation conflates multiple resolutions with the same number (HR 349) across different states (Alabama, Georgia, Illinois) and includes contradictory cover metadata (a title about Clancy DuBos and an extensive list of federal cosponsors). The substantive texts included are ceremonial/resolutionary rather than statutory.
  • If you need the authoritative version for legal, historical, or citation purposes, consult the official legislative clerk or the journal/website of the specific legislative body (state house of Alabama/Georgia/Illinois or the U.S. House) to determine which HR 349 applies and to obtain the final enrolled text.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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