HR322: HR322 Boy Scouts of America in Georgia; Scouts Day at the Capitol; 02/26/25; recognize

This resolution is a ceremonial statement from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring the Boy Scouts of America in Georgia. It notes that Georgia has more than 40,000 scouts, over 3,500 adult leaders, and more than 600 units, making it the most active Scouting group in the state. The resolution commends the organization for its service projects and commitment to Scouting values, and it formally recognizes February 26, 2025, as Scouts Day at the Capitol, an annual event where scouts visit the legislature and meet with representatives. It also directs the Clerk of the House to make copies available to the public and press. The resolution does not change any Georgia law.

• Formally commends the Boy Scouts of America in Georgia for its service and commitment to Scouting values.
• Recognizes February 26, 2025, as Scouts Day at the Capitol.
• Encourages elected officials to take part in Scouts Day at the Capitol events.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make copies of the resolution available to the public and press.

The Boy Scouts of America in Georgia, including its roughly 40,000 scouts and 3,500 adult leaders, along with members of the Georgia House of Representatives who are encouraged to participate in the Capitol event.

The resolution carries no legal or funding effect but gives official recognition to the Boy Scouts of America in Georgia and its Capitol visit day, which may encourage lawmaker participation and public attention to the organization's activities.

• States findings that the Boy Scouts of America in Georgia has over 40,000 scouts, 3,500 adult leaders, and 600 units.
• Resolves that the House commends the organization for its service and commitment to Scouting.
• Resolves that February 26, 2025, is recognized as Scouts Day at the Capitol.
• Directs the Clerk of the House to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press.

1. 2025-02-19House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2025-02-19House First Readers (House)
3. 2025-02-19House Hopper (House)

• Chuck Efstration (R, HD-104)Primary sponsor
• James Hatchett (R, HD-155)
• Sharon Cooper (R, HD-045)
• Johnny Chastain (R, HD-007)
• Edna Jackson (D, HD-165)
• Brad Thomas (R, HD-021)

• Boy Scouts of America
• Scouts Day at the Capitol
• youth organizations
• ceremonial resolution