Georgia CommonsHR 1955: "Women's Golf Day"; June 5, 2026; recognize
Last action March 27, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution designates June 5, 2026 as 'Women's Golf Day' in the state, honoring women's growing role in golf and its economic impact on Georgia.
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In plain language
This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives recognizes June 5, 2026 as 'Women's Golf Day' in Georgia. It does not change any law; it is a ceremonial statement highlighting the growth of women's participation in golf and the sport's economic contribution to the state. The resolution cites statistics such as women making up 23 percent of golfers nationally and golf's $5.3 billion economic impact in Georgia, including labor income and tax revenue. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare copies of the resolution for distribution to the public and press.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes June 5, 2026 as 'Women's Golf Day' in the State of Georgia through a House resolution.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press.
- Creates no new law, funding, or enforceable requirement; it is a symbolic statement by the House.
Who it affects
This resolution mainly concerns Georgia's golf industry, including golf education companies, club managers, teaching professionals, and amateur golf associations, as well as women golfers in the state. It has no direct legal effect on other Georgians.
Why it matters
Because this is a ceremonial resolution rather than a law, it does not create new rights, funding, or obligations. Its main effect is public recognition of women's participation in golf and the sport's economic role in Georgia, which may be used for publicity or promotional purposes.
Key provisions
- The resolution recognizes June 5, 2026 as 'Women's Golf Day' in Georgia, as stated in the final resolving clause.
- It cites background findings, including that golf generates $5.3 billion in economic output and $259 million in state and local taxes in Georgia.
- It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make copies available for public and press distribution.
From the bill
“the members of this body join in recognizing June 5, 2026, as "Women's Golf Day" in Georgia.”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Sheila Jones (D, HD-060)
- Alan Powell (R, HD-033)
- Doreen Carter (D, HD-093)
Topics
- women's golf
- commemorative resolution
- Georgia golf industry