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GA HR1636

Resolution

Status

Passed

3/26/2024

Primary Sponsor

Robert Dickey

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Origin

House of Representatives

2023-2024 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Georgia House Resolution 1636, sponsored by Representative Dickey of the 145th district, commends Katie Jones of Musella, Georgia, for her charitable work through Baskets of Joy
  • Katie Jones, who grew up in foster care and never received an Easter basket as a child, began making 48 Easter baskets for children at a local children's home, each filled with a Bible, chocolate bunny, candy, four gifts, and a stuffed animal
  • Over 22 years, Baskets of Joy has grown from 48 baskets per season to over 500, funded entirely through word-of-mouth donations and church groups and assembled by volunteer teams
  • Jones has also contributed to children's Christmas celebrations through the Kids Yule Love program, where she plays Mrs. Claus alongside her husband as Santa
  • The Clerk of the House of Representatives is directed to provide a copy of the resolution to Katie Jones

Legislative Description

Jones, Katie; Baskets of Joy, Musella, Georgia; commend

Last Action

House Read and Adopted

3/26/2024

Full Bill Text

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