Newman, Reverend Reginald B.; occasion of his retirement; recognize
This is a symbolic resolution (HR 678), not a policy bill. It formally recognizes Reverend Reginald B. Newman on his retirement as Senior Pastor of Fountain of Faith Missionary Baptist Church in Riverdale, Georgia, where he served since 1992. The resolution commends his 30+ years of service, including founding a scholarship program and receiving community awards like the Atlanta Gospel Choice Award. It has no policy impact - only expressing the House's appreciation through a ceremonial resolution.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2025
Committee Review
House Passage
Mar 2025
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Mar 20, 2025
Last action Mar 20, 2025
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This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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Total actions
3
Key actions
1
Committee
0
Mar 20, 2025
Lower · Passed
House Read and Adopted
lower
Mar 20, 2025
Introduced
House Hopper
lower
5 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Dewey McClain
DDemocratic
P
Eric Bell
DDemocratic
P
Mack Jackson
DDemocratic
P
Rhonda Burnough
DDemocratic
P
Robert Flournoy
DDemocratic
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