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GA HR1589

Resolution

Status

Passed

3/2/2016

Primary Sponsor

Stacey Evans

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015-2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Georgia House of Representatives recognizes the life and works of "Mother" Louise Cooper, a community figure born and raised in Atlanta who became the first African American to move into her Smyrna-area neighborhood
  • Mother Cooper is the mother of 14 children and a faithful member of Greater Zion Hill Baptist Church, where she serves on the Mother Board
  • She worked at Brawner Medical and later retired from George's Restaurant, owned by Mr. George Sigalos
  • Recognized for her community service, including feeding neighbors and maintaining an open, welcoming home
  • The Clerk of the House of Representatives is directed to provide a copy of the resolution to Mother Louise Cooper

Legislative Description

Cooper, "Mother" Louise; life and works; recognize

Last Action

House Read and Adopted

3/2/2016

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