Georgia CommonsHR 1192: YouthBuild Day at the capitol; February 5, 2026; recognize
Last action February 2, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution recognizes February 5, 2026, as YouthBuild Day at the capitol, honoring a workforce and education program for young adults ages 16 to 24.
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In plain language
This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives designates February 5, 2026, as YouthBuild Day at the capitol. YouthBuild is described as a nationally recognized program that helps young adults ages 16 to 24 who face barriers to education and employment earn a high school diploma or equivalent while receiving job training, leadership development, and community service opportunities. The resolution notes that in Atlanta, the program works with the Atlanta Department of Labor and Employment Services to connect participants with industry-relevant skills and local job market needs. The resolution directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy for distribution to YouthBuild. It does not create any new law, funding, or regulatory requirement; it is a ceremonial recognition.
What the bill does
- Formally designates February 5, 2026, as YouthBuild Day at the capitol in the Georgia House of Representatives.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to YouthBuild.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory obligation; it is a symbolic honor with no operative legal effect.
Who it affects
The resolution primarily concerns YouthBuild, its participants (young adults ages 16 to 24), and the Atlanta Department of Labor and Employment Services, which partners with the program. It has no direct legal effect on the general public.
Why it matters
While the resolution has no legal or funding consequences, it publicly acknowledges YouthBuild's role in helping young Georgians earn diplomas and gain job skills, which may raise the program's visibility among lawmakers and the public.
Key provisions
- The resolving clause formally recognizes February 5, 2026, as YouthBuild Day at the capitol.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to YouthBuild.
- The whereas clauses describe YouthBuild's mission and its partnership with the Atlanta Department of Labor and Employment Services but carry no legal force.
From the bill
“Recognizing February 5, 2026, as YouthBuild Day at the capitol; and for other purposes.”
“YouthBuild is a nationally recognized education and workforce development program serving young adults ages 16-24 who face barriers to education and employment”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Kim Schofield (D, HD-063)
- Sandra Scott (D, HD-076)
- Viola Davis (D, HD-087)
- Bryce Berry (D, HD-056)
- Lauren McDonald (R, HD-026)
Topics
- workforce development
- youth education
- ceremonial resolution
- Atlanta workforce programs