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HJR 566

Memorials, Academic Achievement - Andrew Dakas, Top Ten Senior, DeKalb County High School -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Michael Hale

A memorial resolution commends Andrew Dakas as a 2025 Top Ten Senior from DeKalb County High School, a ceremonial, no-cost honor recognizing his academic achievement.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 566

Summary of House Joint Resolution 566 (HJR 566)

What the bill is

HJR 566 is a memorial joint resolution sponsored by Representative Hale. Its purpose is to honor and commend Andrew Dakas, DeKalb County High School, for being named a 2025 Top Ten Senior. As a memorial resolution, it expresses appreciation and best wishes rather than creating new law or financial obligations.

Purpose and intent

  • Recognize Andrew Dakas for outstanding academic achievement as a 2025 Top Ten Senior.
  • Publicly commend his scholarly accomplishments and potential for future success.
  • Conclude with best wishes from the General Assembly to Mr. Dakas for his future endeavors.

Key provisions

  • The General Assembly commends and honors Andrew Dakas for being named a 2025 Top Ten Senior in the graduating class from DeKalb County High School.
  • It acknowledges Mr. Dakas’s exemplary academic record, involvement in extracurricular activities, and his future potential.
  • The resolution serves as a formal expression of esteem from both the House of Representatives and the Senate.
  • An appropriate copy of the resolution will be prepared for presentation, and standard language regarding the copy distribution is included (i.e., the copy is provided without House or Senate designation on certain copies).

Who is affected

  • Andrew Dakas (the honoree) and his family, school, and community receive formal recognition.
  • DeKalb County High School is acknowledged for supporting a student who achieves Top Ten Senior status.
  • The broader public receives a symbolic acknowledgement of merit and academic achievement.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduced: April 3, 2025.
  • House actions: Sponsor added (April 7, 2025); concurrent passage in the House on April 7, 2025.
  • Senate actions: Concurred on April 14, 2025; signed by the Senate Speaker (April 16, 2025).
  • Enrolled and ready for the Governor’s signature (April 15–16, 2025 steps observed).
  • Governor’s action: Signed on April 24, 2025, finalizing enactment.
  • Status: Signed by Governor; the resolution is in effect as a ceremonial acknowledgement.

Fiscal/impact considerations

  • No financial impact or policy changes are associated with this memorial resolution. It is purely honorary and ceremonial.

Context

  • This is a standard form of state recognition for high-achieving students, highlighting academic excellence and community pride. The resolution does not impose duties or funding, but it provides a formal record of commendation by the General Assembly.

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

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