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GA HR1673
Resolution
Status
Passed
3/26/2024
Primary Sponsor
Viola Davis
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AI Summary
- Georgia House of Representatives recognizes and commends Jacqueline Echols, PhD, for her leadership in environmental conservation, justice, and community engagement within the South River Watershed and beyond
- Dr. Echols serves as Board President of the South River Watershed Alliance, leading program development, grant writing, fundraising, and community advocacy efforts
- She established initiatives including the Beyond the Bridge kayak and canoe paddles, the South River Water Trail, and a Water Quality Monitoring program in partnership with Georgia State University covering the City of Atlanta and south DeKalb County
- Her advocacy uncovered deficiencies in the 2010 DeKalb County federal consent decree and challenged actions harmful to environmental quality and justice
- She has received multiple awards, including the Park Pride Inspiration Award, GreenLaw Environmental Hero Award, Urban Conservationist of the Year, and Champion of Conservation award
Legislative Description
Echols, Jacqueline, PhD; commend
Last Action
House Read and Adopted
3/26/2024
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