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GA HR1175
Resolution
Status
Passed
3/30/2022
Primary Sponsor
Carl Gilliard
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AI Summary
- Georgia House Resolution 1175, sponsored by Representative Gilliard of the 162nd district, formally recognizes and commends Rasheed Akbar, a professional musician and retired longshoreman living in Savannah, Georgia
- Akbar studied music at Southern University of New Orleans under Kidd Jordan and played his first gig opening for Grover Washington alongside classmates Branford and Wynton Marsalis
- Akbar performed with numerous notable ensembles, including Sun Ra's Arkestra, the Eureka Brass Band, and Kirk Joseph's Backyard Groove, and served as a State Department ambassador in association with Jazz at Lincoln Center as a lead member of the New Orleans All-Star Brass Band
- Akbar retired as a longshoreman in 2021 and continues to volunteer performances for Juneteenth celebrations in Savannah
- The Clerk of the House of Representatives is directed to provide a copy of the resolution to Rasheed Akbar
Legislative Description
Akbar, Rasheed; commend
Last Action
House Read and Adopted
3/30/2022
Full Bill Text
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