SR111: SR111 Blue and White Day; recognize February 10, 2025

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate rather than a law that changes anyone's rights or obligations. It recognizes February 10, 2025, as Blue and White Day at the state capitol, a tribute to two historically Black Greek organizations: Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. and Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. The resolution's text praises both organizations' Georgia chapters for community service work, including efforts on health equity, voter mobilization, and economic justice. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare copies of the resolution for distribution to the two organizations. The resolution does not create any new laws, funding, or requirements; it is a formal statement of recognition and goodwill.

• Formally designates February 10, 2025, as Blue and White Day at the Georgia state capitol.
• Commends Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. and Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. for their community service work in Georgia.
• Directs the Secretary of the Senate to produce copies of the resolution for distribution to both organizations.
• Extends the Senate's best wishes to both organizations for future success.

The resolution directly names Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. and Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. and their Georgia chapters. It also involves the Secretary of the Senate, who is tasked with preparing and distributing copies of the resolution.

The resolution carries symbolic weight rather than legal effect: it does not change any Georgia law, spend state funds, or impose duties beyond preparing ceremonial copies. Its main real-world consequence is public recognition of the two organizations' community service at the state capitol.

• The whereas clauses describe the history and community service focus of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. and Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. in Georgia.
• The resolved clause formally recognizes February 10, 2025, as Blue and White Day at the state capitol and commends both organizations.
• A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make copies of the resolution available for distribution to both organizations.

1. 2025-02-04Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
2. 2025-02-03Senate Hopper (Senate)

• Kenya Wicks (D, SD-034)Primary sponsor
• Derek Mallow (D, SD-002)
• Freddie Sims (D, SD-012)
• Tonya Anderson (D, SD-043)
• Ed Harbison (D, SD-015)
• Donzella James (D, SD-028)
• RaShaun Kemp (D, SD-038)
• Randal Mangham (D, SD-055)
• Nabilah Islam Parkes (D, SD-007)
• Sally Harrell (D, SD-040)
• Josh McLaurin (D, SD-014)
• Sonya Halpern (D, SD-039)
• Kim Jackson (D, SD-041)
• Nan Orrock (D, SD-036)
• Russ Goodman (R, SD-008)
• Michael Rhett (D, SD-033)
• Jason Esteves (D, SD-035)

• ceremonial resolutions
• Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity
• Zeta Phi Beta Sorority
• state capitol recognition