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GA HR1868

Resolution

Status

Passed

3/22/2016

Primary Sponsor

David Wilkerson

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015-2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Georgia House Resolution 1868 recognizes and commends boxing coach Deshone Williams for his community work and accomplishments in kickboxing and professional boxing
  • Deshone Williams, born in Detroit, Michigan, won a Lightweight Grand Champion title at age 17, the Diamond Gloves Welterweight title of New Jersey after four years of Marine Corps service, and compiled 16 pro kickboxing wins and 26 professional boxing victories
  • After an accident ended his boxing career, Williams transitioned to training amateur and professional fighters in Atlanta, Georgia, beginning in 2001, and won Coach of the Year three consecutive years
  • Williams became an ordained minister after graduating from Jameson Bible College and serves as a youth speaker at Trinity Chapel Church in Atlanta
  • The Clerk of the House of Representatives is directed to provide an appropriate copy of the resolution to Deshone Williams

Legislative Description

Williams, Deshone; boxing coach; work in the community; commend

Last Action

House Read and Adopted

3/22/2016

Full Bill Text

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