SR268: SR268 International Diaspora Day; recognize March 18, 2025

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate rather than a bill that changes state law. It states that Georgia's culture has been shaped by immigrants from many nations and honors the contributions of residents with international backgrounds. The resolution formally designates March 18, 2025 as International Diaspora Day at the state capitol. It also directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare copies of the resolution for distribution to the public and the press. It does not create any new programs, funding, or legal requirements.

• Formally designates March 18, 2025 as International Diaspora Day at the Georgia state capitol.
• States the Senate's recognition of the contributions of Georgia residents of international heritage.
• Directs the Secretary of the Senate to make copies of the resolution available to the public and the press.
• Creates no new laws, funding, or enforceable requirements, since it is a ceremonial resolution.

The resolution primarily affects the Georgia Senate itself, through the Secretary of the Senate's distribution duty, and symbolically recognizes Georgia residents of international heritage and immigrant communities across the state.

Because this is a ceremonial resolution rather than a law, it does not change anyone's rights, taxes, or obligations. Its practical effect is limited to an official day of recognition at the capitol and public distribution of the resolution's text.

• The whereas clauses describe how immigrant communities have shaped American traditions and contributed to Georgia's political, social, and economic life.
• The first resolving clause designates March 18, 2025 as International Diaspora Day at the state capitol.
• The second resolving clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press.

1. 2025-02-27Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
2. 2025-02-26Senate Hopper (Senate)

• Donzella James (D, SD-028)Primary sponsor

• International Diaspora Day
• Georgia Senate resolution
• immigrant communities
• ceremonial recognition