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HR 937

Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre; 90th anniversary; recognize

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by John Carson and 5 co-sponsors

Honors the 90th anniversary of the Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre, recognizing its cultural, educational, and economic contributions to Marietta and urging preservation and c

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Bill Summary · HR 937

Summary — H.R. 937: Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre; 90th anniversary; recognize

Status: House Read and Adopted
Introduced: February 4, 2025
Classification: House Resolution (congratulatory/commemorative)

Purpose

H.R. 937 is a commemorative resolution honoring the 90th anniversary of the Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre in Marietta, Georgia. It recognizes the theatre’s historical, cultural, educational, and economic contributions to the local community and the State of Georgia, and calls on Georgians to celebrate and help preserve its legacy.

Key provisions

  • Officially honors the 90th anniversary of the Strand Theatre, first opened September 24, 1935.
  • Notes historical and architectural significance: originally an Art Deco “movie palace” with seating for over 1,000.
  • Recognizes the theatre’s evolution into a community arts venue (live performances, classic films, special events), its educational partnerships with local schools/organizations, and its role as an economic driver for downtown Marietta.
  • Commends the restoration efforts led by "Friends of the Strand" and donors that resulted in the theatre’s reopening in 2009.
  • Quotes and highlights the theatre’s inscription: “A MONUMENT DEVOTED TO THE BEST IN MUSIC PHOTOPLAY AND THEATRICAL ARTS.”
  • Extends the House’s gratitude to the theatre’s board, staff, volunteers, and supporters.
  • Encourages all Georgians to participate in anniversary celebrations and preservation efforts.
  • Directs the Clerk of the House to prepare and provide an appropriate copy of the resolution for distribution to the Earl and Rachel Smith Strand Theatre.

Who is affected

  • Primarily symbolic: the Strand Theatre, its board, staff, volunteers, donors, patrons, and local cultural and educational partners.
  • The resolution has no regulatory or fiscal effect on individuals, businesses, or state agencies; it is intended to recognize and promote community celebration and preservation.

Procedural history / timeline

  • Introduced in the House: February 4, 2025; referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
  • Filed and placed on Local & Consent Calendars and then on the Congratulatory & Memorial Resolutions Calendar.
  • Read, laid before the House, and adopted on May 23, 2025 (nonrecord vote recorded in the Journal).
  • Reported enrolled following adoption.

Sponsors

Listed sponsors include: Glenn Grothman (primary), Mary Frances Williams (primary), Jordan Ridley (primary), John Carson (primary), Don Parsons (primary), Devan Seabaugh (primary), Ginny Ehrhart (primary), and cosponsors Dusty Johnson and Jefferson Van Drew (as provided).

Fiscal and legal impact

  • No binding legal changes, appropriations, or regulatory effects. The resolution is ceremonial and meant to express the sentiment and support of the House.

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

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