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title: HR 1730. Lambda Theta Alpha Sorority, Inc.'s, Alpha Sigma Alumnae Chapter's Mujeres Day at the Capitol; March 18, 2026; recognize
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status_date: 2026-03-16
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  - Marvin Lim
  - Karen Lupton
  - Jasmine Clark
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  - sorority recognition
  - civic engagement
  - Georgia House of Representatives
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# HR 1730. Lambda Theta Alpha Sorority, Inc.'s, Alpha Sigma Alumnae Chapter's Mujeres Day at the Capitol; March 18, 2026; recognize

## Text

House Resolution 1730
By: Representatives Lim of the 98th, Lupton of the 83rd, and Clark of the 108th
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing Lambda Theta Alpha Sorority, Inc.'s, Alpha Sigma Alumnae Chapter's Mujeres
Day at the Capitol on March 18, 2026; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc., was established on December 1,
1975, at Kean University with the principles of unity, love, and respect; and
WHEREAS, Lambda Theta Alpha was founded by seventeen visionary trailblazers who
endeavored to create a supportive, empowering environment in which young women could
thrive, and whose steadfast determination laid the groundwork for an organization that
continues to celebrate Latino culture while promoting academic achievement, leadership, and
service; and
WHEREAS, a sisterhood that pushed boundaries and paved the way as the first Latina
sorority in the nation, Lambda Theta Alpha has become one of the first and largest Latina
sororities in the United States, celebrating 50 years of excellence scholarly excellence,
empowerment of the universal woman, political and cultural awareness and community
activism; and
WHEREAS, members of Lambda Theta Alpha in Georgia remain deeply committed to civic
engagement, leadership, and advocacy, hosting "Mujeres Day at the Capitol," organized by
the Alpha Sigma Alumnae Chapter since 2019 to train women of all backgrounds in the
practice of advocacy and to deepen their understanding of the legislative process; and
WHEREAS, Mujeres Day at the Capitol has also received national recognition, earning
Alpha Sigma Alumnae Chapter the distinguished honor of the 2025 Lambda Theta Alpha
Political Chapter of the Year, presented by the sorority's national organization in recognition
of the chapter's outstanding commitment to civic engagement; and
WHEREAS, throughout nearly five decades, Lambda Theta Alpha has gained over 10,000
members, faithfully upheld its praiseworthy mission to foster a strong sense of sisterhood,
advance educational excellence, and create opportunities for personal and professional
growth; and
WHEREAS, Lambda Theta Alpha proudly includes eight chapters in Georgia Area One
Undergraduate Chapters including Emory University- Gamma Nu Chapter, Georgia Institute
of Technology- Gamma Omega Chapter, The University of Georgia- Delta Alpha Chapter,
Georgia State University- Delta Beta Chapter, Kennesaw State University - Epsilon Alpha
Chapter, University of West Georgia- Zeta Beta Chapter, Oglethorpe University-Eta Xi
Chapter, and the Alpha Sigma Alumnae Chapter of Atlanta, Georgia; and
WHEREAS, it is altogether fitting and proper that the General Assembly recognize and
acknowledge Lambda Theta Alpha and affirm its importance to its members and all who
have benefited from its empowerment, mentorship, and support.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body recognize Lambda Theta Alpha Sorority, Inc.'s, Alpha Sigma
Alumnae Chapter's Mujeres Day at the Capitol on March 18, 2026.
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
Lambda Theta Alpha Sorority, Inc.

## Summaries written by Georgia Commons

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A Georgia House resolution recognizes Lambda Theta Alpha Sorority's Alpha Sigma Alumnae Chapter and its Mujeres Day at the Capitol event on March 18, 2026.

### Plain-language summary

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives, not a change to state law. It honors Lambda Theta Alpha Latin Sorority, Inc., founded in 1975, and specifically its Alpha Sigma Alumnae Chapter in Atlanta, for organizing Mujeres Day at the Capitol, an annual civic engagement and advocacy training event held since 2019.
The resolution recounts the sorority's history, its eight chapters across Georgia colleges and universities, and the chapter's 2025 national recognition as Political Chapter of the Year. It formally resolves that the House recognizes the Mujeres Day event on March 18, 2026, and directs the Clerk of the House to provide a copy of the resolution to the sorority.

### What it does

- Formally recognizes Lambda Theta Alpha Sorority's Alpha Sigma Alumnae Chapter and its Mujeres Day at the Capitol event scheduled for March 18, 2026.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Lambda Theta Alpha Sorority, Inc.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory change; it is a symbolic statement by the House.

### Who it affects

Lambda Theta Alpha Sorority, Inc., particularly its Alpha Sigma Alumnae Chapter in Atlanta and its eight Georgia college chapters, along with participants in the Mujeres Day at the Capitol advocacy event.

### Why it matters

The resolution carries no legal or financial effect but gives official recognition from the Georgia House of Representatives to the sorority's civic engagement work and its Mujeres Day event, which trains women in advocacy and the legislative process.

### Key provisions

- The resolution recites the sorority's founding history and its designation as one of the first Latina sororities in the nation.
- It lists all eight Georgia chapters, including those at Emory, Georgia Tech, UGA, Georgia State, Kennesaw State, West Georgia, and Oglethorpe.
- The resolving clause formally recognizes Mujeres Day at the Capitol on March 18, 2026.
- A further resolution directs the Clerk of the House to distribute a copy of the resolution to the sorority.

## Status

- Status: Passed (2026-03-16)
- Last action: House Read and Adopted (2026-03-16)
- Sponsors: Marvin Lim, Karen Lupton, Jasmine Clark
- Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74147

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