House Resolution 1796
By: Representatives Berry of the 56th, Bell of the 75th, Holly of the 116th, Romman of the 97th,
and Cannon of the 58th
A RESOLUTION
Urging all state departments and agencies responsible for the management of public funds
to review and, where appropriate, divest from investments in Israeli bonds; and for other
purposes.
WHEREAS, the State of Georgia is committed to advancing justice, equity, and the
protection of human rights for all people; and
WHEREAS, public funds represent not only financial resources but also the values and
principles of the people of Georgia, and therefore should be invested in a manner consistent
with those values; and
WHEREAS, ethical investment practices call for transparency, accountability, and the
avoidance of financial involvement in activities that may contribute to violence, instability,
or human rights concerns; and
WHEREAS, concerns have been raised regarding the use of public funds in investments that
may be connected, directly or indirectly, to ongoing conflicts and humanitarian crises abroad;
and
WHEREAS, the citizens of Georgia have expressed interest in ensuring that state managed
investments reflect principles of peace, human dignity, and responsible stewardship of public
resources; and
WHEREAS, the State of Georgia has a responsibility to regularly review and evaluate its
investment practices to ensure alignment with evolving ethical standards and public
expectations; and
WHEREAS, increased transparency and oversight in state investment portfolios can
strengthen public trust and ensure that financial decisions are made in a manner consistent
with the values of the people of this state.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body urge all state departments and agencies responsible for the
management of public funds to review and, where appropriate, divest from investments in
Israeli bonds.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to the
Office of the State Treasurer, the public, and the press.