HR133: HR133 YMCAs of Georgia; important work they do in the communities across the state promoting a healthy spirit, mind, and body; commend

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives rather than a law that changes anyone's rights or obligations. It recognizes the Georgia Alliance of YMCAs, which brings together 17 YMCA associations and more than 75 facilities across Georgia, for their work in youth development, healthy living, after-school care, and programming for children, adults, families, and seniors. The resolution notes the Alliance's advocacy efforts, including a State Advocacy Day planned for February 6, 2025, at the Georgia State Capitol, where YMCA staff and volunteers meet with local representatives. The House formally commends the YMCAs for their impact and directs the Clerk of the House to send a copy of the resolution to the Georgia Alliance of YMCAs.

• Formally commends the YMCAs of Georgia and the Georgia Alliance of YMCAs for their community work.
• Lists the 17 member YMCA associations and their more than 75 facilities across the state.
• Notes the Alliance's planned State Advocacy Day at the Georgia State Capitol on February 6, 2025.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to send a copy of the resolution to the Georgia Alliance of YMCAs.

This resolution directly names the Georgia Alliance of YMCAs and its 17 member associations across the state, along with the children, families, and seniors they serve. It has no binding effect on other Georgians.

The resolution carries no legal or funding changes; it is a symbolic statement of recognition. Its practical effect is limited to an official record of praise and a copy sent to the YMCA Alliance, without altering any Georgia law, program, or budget.

• The whereas clauses describe the Georgia Alliance of YMCAs' role in youth development, after-school care, and family and senior programming.
• The resolution lists all 17 member YMCA associations, including those in Albany, Athens, Augusta, Columbus, Rome, and Valdosta among others.
• It references the Alliance's State Advocacy Day at the Georgia State Capitol on February 6, 2025.
• The resolving clause commends the YMCAs of Georgia for their community impact.
• A final clause directs the Clerk of the House to distribute a copy of the resolution to the Georgia Alliance of YMCAs.

1. 2025-02-03House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2025-02-03House First Readers (House)
3. 2025-02-03House Hopper (House)

• Matthew Gambill (R, HD-015)Primary sponsor
• Will Wade (R, HD-009)
• Trey Kelley (R, HD-016)
• Martin Momtahan (R, HD-017)

• YMCA
• community organizations
• legislative commendation
• after-school care
• youth programs