Georgia HR 1201: Bennett, Councilwoman Dr. Sharon Keitt; commend

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House Resolution 1201
By: Representative Mitchell of the 88
th
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commending Councilwoman Dr. Sharon Keitt Bennett; and for other1
purposes.2
WHEREAS, Councilwoman Dr. Sharon Keitt Bennett, the reigning Today's International3
World Elegant Ms. 2022, is a trailblazer and visionary leader who has demonstrated4
exceptional commitment and excellence in various fields; and5
WHEREAS, Dr. Bennett made history in 2020 by becoming the youngest elected municipal6
official in the Town of St. Matthews, South Carolina, breaking barriers and paving the way7
for younger individuals aspiring to pursue a career in politics; and8
WHEREAS, Dr. Bennett is a multifaceted individual with a diverse and impressive portfolio,9
serving as an elected official, educator, financial literacy master teacher, published author,10
international titleholder, published model, businesswoman, entrepreneurship coach, and11
technology consultant; and12
WHEREAS, Dr. Bennett's dedication to public service and financial literacy education has13
been widely recognized, as evidenced by her receipt of President Biden's Bronze Volunteer14
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Service award and commendation from the State Treasurer of South Carolina for her15
significant contributions to financial literacy education; and16
WHEREAS, Dr. Bennett's expertise in financial literacy has been showcased on South17
Carolina Educational Television's Carolina Classrooms financial literacy segment,18
underscoring her commitment to educating and empowering individuals in her community19
and beyond; and20
WHEREAS, Dr. Bennett holds two master's degrees in education, specializing in21
instructional design and administration, a bachelor's degree in management, a graduate22
certificate in educational technology, and an honorary PhD in Business from the TIUA23
School of Business; and24
WHEREAS, Dr. Bennett is a graduate of the TIUA School of Business and a proud member25
of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, demonstrating her commitment to academic excellence and26
community service; and27
WHEREAS, she is the recipient of the Vice President Kamala Harris Historian Award, 28
recognizing women with historic achievements as the first African American Vice President29
Kamala Harris of the United States; Dr. Bennett is making history and following in the steps30
of the vice president.31
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that32
the members of this body recognize and commend Councilwoman Dr. Sharon Keitt Bennett33
for her groundbreaking accomplishments, unwavering dedication to public service, and34
outstanding contributions to financial literacy education.35
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized36
and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to37
Councilwoman Dr. Sharon Keitt Bennett.38
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