HR 1021: Georgia Association of Broadcasters Day; January 26, 2026; recognize

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives rather than a bill that changes state law. It designates January 26, 2026, as Georgia Association of Broadcasters Day in recognition of the organization, which represents more than 400 local radio and television broadcasters across Georgia and is described as the nation's first and oldest broadcast association. The resolution praises broadcasters for keeping the public informed during natural disasters and severe weather, and for supporting civic engagement during elections. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to the Georgia Association of Broadcasters. The resolution does not create any new legal requirements, funding, or penalties; it is a formal statement of recognition.

• Designates January 26, 2026, as Georgia Association of Broadcasters Day in the state of Georgia.
• Formally commends the Georgia Association of Broadcasters for its role in public information and community service.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to the association.
• Creates no new laws, funding, or legal obligations; it is purely a symbolic recognition.

The Georgia Association of Broadcasters and its member radio and television stations are the direct subject of the recognition. The resolution has no legal effect on other individuals, businesses, or government agencies.

Because this is a ceremonial resolution, it does not change any Georgia law, create funding, or impose requirements. Its practical effect is limited to public acknowledgment of the broadcasters' role during emergencies and elections, plus a formal copy sent to the association.

• The resolution's preamble (the 'whereas' clauses) describes the Georgia Association of Broadcasters as representing over 400 Georgia radio and television licensees.
• The operative resolving clause formally recognizes January 26, 2026, as Georgia Association of Broadcasters Day.
• A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to provide a copy of the resolution to the association.

1. 2026-01-14House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-01-14House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-01-14House Hopper (House)

• Rick Jasperse (R, HD-011)Primary sponsor

• ceremonial resolution
• broadcasting
• Georgia Association of Broadcasters
• media recognition