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GA HR1996

Resolution

Status

Passed

3/18/2014

Primary Sponsor

Josh Clark

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Origin

House of Representatives

2013-2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Georgia House Resolution 1996 commends Truett Cathy, born March 14, 1921, in Eatonton, Georgia, for his accomplishments and contributions to the state as the founder of Chick-fil-A
  • Recognizes Cathy's philanthropic efforts, including co-founding the WinShape Foundation with his wife Jeannette McNeil, which operates marriage counseling and retreats, nine foster care homes, a summer camp for disadvantaged children, and the Chick-fil-A Charity Championship golf tournament
  • Honors his establishment of a scholarship program with Berry College to help restaurant employees attain a college education
  • Notes Chick-fil-A's recognition as 3rd in The Temkin Group's 2013 report and as a 2012 Forbes Inspiring Company, as well as Cathy's more than 50 years of teaching Sunday school
  • Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to transmit an appropriate copy of the resolution to Truett Cathy

Legislative Description

Cathy, Truett; commend

Last Action

House Read and Adopted

3/18/2014

Full Bill Text

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