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This resolution honors the life and legacy of Archie S. Shepherd, a Covington, Georgia native who dedicated decades to civil rights, community service, and social justice. Shepherd was a prominent local leader, serving as President of the Newton County NAACP from 1998 to 2006 and Chairperson of its Legal Redress Committee from 2006 to 2014, during which time he received notable recognition including a Humanitarian Award and a day named in his honor. He was actively involved in multiple community organizations, including founding the Sam McLurkin Council #75 of the Knights of Pythagoras, organizing the Newton County Chapter of the National Action Network, and serving for over 50 years in the Prince Hall Masonic Friendship Lodge. Shepherd also contributed to local governance through roles on various boards, including the Medical Board of the Willing Helpers Medical Clinic and the City of Covington Housing Board of Adjustments and Appeals. The resolution praises his integrity, intelligence, and kindness, and resolves that the House of Representatives honor his memory and express condolences to his family, with the Clerk of the House directed to provide an official copy of the resolution to his family.

https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/72010