GA HR1687

Recognizes and commends Valerie Barnett for her decades of service mentoring Georgia youth at the Fort Stewart Youth Challenge Academy

Served 21 years in the United States Army as an E6 logistics officer before becoming one of the first three individuals hired by the Georgia Department of Defense Fort Stewart Youth Challenge Academy

Worked at the academy for more than 30 years, rising from cadre to lead teacher position

Retired in August 2022 but continues volunteering as an official mentor to young cadets and graduates

Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to provide a copy of the resolution to Valerie Barnett