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GA HR1623

Resolution

Status

Passed

2/28/2012

Primary Sponsor

Keisha Waites

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Origin

House of Representatives

2011-2012 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Georgia House Resolution 1623, introduced by Representative Waites of the 60th District, recognizes and commends Ms. Verdaillia Turner, a native of Atlanta, for her outstanding commitment to education
  • Ms. Turner holds a bachelor's degree in political science and secondary education from Spelman University, a master's degree from Atlanta University, and a specialist's degree from the University of West Georgia
  • Elected president of the Georgia Federation of Teachers in 2003 and president of the Atlanta Federation of Teachers in 2005, after a career dedicated to teaching and working various campaigns around the country as a union staffer
  • Ms. Turner dedicated her life to teaching as an honor to her father, whom she lost at the age of 12, and in respect for her own teachers
  • The Clerk of the House of Representatives is directed to transmit a copy of the resolution to Ms. Turner

Legislative Description

Turner, Ms. Verdaillia; commend

Last Action

House Read and Adopted

2/28/2012

Full Bill Text

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