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HR 795

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2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jeion Ward

H.R. 795 formally commends Lewis Grant for GA music and culture; ceremonial, symbolic recognition with no legal effect or costs, with a copy for presentation.

Bill text as passed House (HR795ER)
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Bill Summary · HR 795

Summary — H.R. 795 (House Resolution): Recognizing and Commending Lewis Grant

Status: House Read and Adopted (Introduced Jan 28, 2025)
Classification: House resolution (ceremonial)

Purpose and intent

H.R. 795 is a ceremonial resolution that recognizes and commends Lewis Grant of Atlanta for his long career and contributions to music and culture in Georgia. The resolution celebrates his early start in music, professional achievements with several ensembles, leadership and study at Clark College (now Clark Atlanta University), formation of "The Prime Ministers Band," and collaborations with notable local and international artists.

Key provisions

  • Officially recognizes and commends Lewis Grant for his contributions to the musical and cultural life of Georgia.
  • Extends the House’s sincere best wishes for his continued health, happiness, and success.
  • Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make an appropriate copy of the resolution available for distribution to Lewis Grant.

No policy changes, appropriations, or regulatory authorities are created—this is honorary in nature.

Notable factual details cited in the resolution

  • Began musical studies at age 10 and a professional entertainment career by age 12 (with vocal group "The Continentals").
  • Studied classical music at Clark College (led the French horn section; sang first tenor in the Philharmonic Society).
  • Founded "The Prime Ministers Band," which served as house band for venues including the New York Mets’ venue, Don Clendenon’s Club, The Mine Shaft in Underground Atlanta, and Paschal’s La Carrousel.
  • Performed with artists such as Robert Lee Smith and The Original Tams, Liz Spraggins, Barbara Hall, Bobby "Blue" Bland, Cannonball Adderly, Mongo Santamaría, Shirley Diamond, and bassist Robert Popwell.

Who is affected

  • Directly: Lewis Grant (honoree).
  • Indirectly: the cultural communities and constituents who value recognition of local artists. The resolution imposes no duties, costs, or legal effects on private parties or government agencies beyond preparing a copy for presentation.

Sponsors and procedural history

  • Sponsors (as provided): Mary E. Miller (primary), Mack Jackson (primary), with cosponsors Daniel Webster, Claudia Tenney, Andrew Ogles, Josh Brecheen, Andy Harris, Mark E. Green, Mark Harris, Brian Babin.
  • Key actions:
    • 2025-01-28: Introduced; referred to House Committee on Energy and Commerce
    • 2025-03-27: House First Readers; House Read and Adopted; House Hopper
    • 2025-04-04: Filed
    • 2025-04-14: Rules suspended; Adopted
    • 2025-04-15: Reported enrolled

Impact

H.R. 795 is honorary and symbolic. It confers public recognition and expresses the sentiment of the House but does not create legal rights, alter statutes, or affect government spending. It documents legislative appreciation for an individual’s cultural contributions.

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

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