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title: HR 1382. Georgia Runs on Trucking Day; March 18, 2026; recognize
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date: 2026-02-17
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bill_number: HR 1382
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chamber: House
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status_date: 2026-02-17
last_action: House Read and Adopted
sponsors:
  - Rick Jasperse
  - Brent Cox
  - Joe Campbell
  - Leesa Hagan
  - Mike Cheokas
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  - trucking industry
  - ceremonial resolution
  - state capitol
  - transportation
  - Georgia economy
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# HR 1382. Georgia Runs on Trucking Day; March 18, 2026; recognize

## Text

House Resolution 1382
By: Representatives Jasperse of the 11th, Cox of the 28th, Campbell of the 171st, Hagan of the
156th, and Cheokas of the 151st
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing March 18, 2026, as Georgia Runs on Trucking Day; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, the trucking industry is essential to the economic vitality, public safety, and
quality of life of the State of Georgia, moving more than 70 percent of all domestic freight
and ensuring that goods, food, fuel, and critical supplies reach Georgia's communities every
day; and
WHEREAS, Georgia's trucking industry supports more than 333,000 jobs
statewide-approximately one in every twelve jobs-and pays $19.3 billion annually in wages,
while serving as a cornerstone of Georgia's nationally recognized logistics and freight
economy; and
WHEREAS, more than three-quarters of Georgia communities depend exclusively on trucks
to move their goods, and nearly all manufactured products in Georgia– approximately 96.9
percent of manufactured tonnage– are transported by truck at some point in the supply chain;
and
WHEREAS, the Georgia Trucking Association, for more than 90 years, has served as the
unified voice of Georgia's trucking industry by advocating for safety, productivity, and
efficiency; supporting professional drivers and motor carriers; and strengthening the industry
through leadership, education, and service; and
WHEREAS, Georgia's trucking companies and professional drivers continue to demonstrate
resilience, professionalism, and a strong commitment to safety while navigating a dynamic
operating environment shaped by economic cycles, congestion, workforce transitions, and
rising costs; and
WHEREAS, trucking professionals and companies invest heavily in safety, training, and
modern equipment, with the industry investing more than $14 billion annually in safety
nationwide, reinforcing a shared commitment to protecting the traveling public and
strengthening Georgia's transportation network; and
WHEREAS, Georgia Runs on Trucking Day provides an opportunity for legislators, staff,
and the public to engage directly with professional drivers and industry leaders, to learn more
about the equipment and people that power Georgia's economy, and to recognize the essential
role trucking plays in the daily lives of all Georgians; and
WHEREAS, on March 18, 2026, members of Georgia's trucking industry will be present at
the State Capitol, with commercial vehicles and equipment staged for educational display
and professional drivers available to share their experiences and insights.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body recognize March 18, 2026, as Georgia Runs on Trucking Day at
the State Capitol and commend Georgia's trucking professionals and companies for their
indispensable service to the State of Georgia.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to the
Georgia Trucking Association.

## Summaries written by Georgia Commons

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A Georgia House resolution designates March 18, 2026 as Georgia Runs on Trucking Day, honoring the state's trucking industry and its workers with a ceremonial recognition at the State Capitol.

### Plain-language summary

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives, not a change to state law. It recognizes March 18, 2026 as Georgia Runs on Trucking Day, citing the trucking industry's role in moving freight, supporting jobs, and paying wages across Georgia.
The resolution directs that trucking industry members, including commercial vehicles and professional drivers, will be present at the State Capitol that day for an educational display. It also instructs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to send a copy of the resolution to the Georgia Trucking Association. The resolution does not create any new requirements, funding, or penalties; it simply expresses the House's recognition and appreciation of the industry.

### What it does

- Designates March 18, 2026 as Georgia Runs on Trucking Day at the Georgia State Capitol.
- Commends Georgia's trucking professionals and companies for their service to the state, without creating any legal obligation.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to send a copy of the resolution to the Georgia Trucking Association.
- Notes that trucking industry members will display commercial vehicles and equipment at the Capitol on the recognized day.

### Who it affects

The resolution primarily affects the Georgia Trucking Association and the state's trucking companies and professional drivers, who are being honored. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who must distribute a copy of the resolution.

### Why it matters

While this resolution carries no legal weight or funding, it publicly highlights the trucking industry's role in Georgia's economy and creates an occasion for lawmakers and the public to interact with truckers and their equipment at the State Capitol.

### Key provisions

- The resolving clause recognizes March 18, 2026 as Georgia Runs on Trucking Day at the State Capitol and commends trucking professionals and companies.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to provide a copy of the resolution to the Georgia Trucking Association.
- The whereas clauses cite statistics such as the industry supporting more than 333,000 jobs and paying $19.3 billion annually in wages, though these are background statements rather than binding provisions.

## Status

- Status: Passed (2026-02-17)
- Last action: House Read and Adopted (2026-02-17)
- Sponsors: Rick Jasperse, Brent Cox, Joe Campbell, Leesa Hagan, Mike Cheokas
- Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/73313

> The history, votes, and amendments (134 characters) are at https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr1382.md?full=1