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title: HR 1961. Race Amity Day; June 14, 2026; recognize
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date: 2026-03-27
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bill_number: HR 1961
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status_date: 2026-03-27
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  - Doreen Carter
  - Park Cannon
  - Segun Adeyina
  - Carl Gilliard
  - Billy Mitchell
  - Jasmine Clark
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  - Race Amity Day
  - racial harmony
  - Georgia House resolution
  - civic observance
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# HR 1961. Race Amity Day; June 14, 2026; recognize

## Text

House Resolution 1961
By: Representatives Carter of the 93rd, Cannon of the 58th, Adeyina of the 110th, Gilliard of
the 162nd, Mitchell of the 88th, and others
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing June 14, 2026, as Race Amity Day; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, Race Amity Day is observed annually on the second Sunday in June, which will
occur on June 14, 2026, and serves as a time to promote racial harmony, mutual respect, and
genuine friendship among all people; and
WHEREAS, the concept of "amity," meaning friendship and goodwill, calls our communities
to move beyond mere tolerance and toward meaningful relationships that foster unity,
cooperation, and shared purpose; and
WHEREAS, Race Amity Day has its historical roots in early 20th-century race amity
conventions and has been advanced in modern times by efforts such as those of the Bahá'í
National Spiritual Assembly to address racism and promote the oneness of humanity; and
WHEREAS, the observance of this day encourages individuals, organizations, and
communities to engage in activities that celebrate diversity through music, art, dialogue,
education, and service, strengthening the social fabric of our state and nation; and
WHEREAS, the State of Georgia is home to a rich and diverse population whose cultures,
histories, and contributions have shaped the strength and resilience of our communities; and
WHEREAS, fostering racial harmony and understanding is essential to achieving social
justice, economic opportunity, and a unified future for all Georgians; and
WHEREAS, in times of division and uncertainty, Race Amity Day serves as a powerful
reminder that unity, compassion, and friendship across racial and cultural lines are
foundational to a thriving and inclusive society.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body recognize June 14, 2026, as Race Amity Day.
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
public and the press.

## Summaries written by Georgia Commons

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A Georgia House resolution recognizes June 14, 2026 as Race Amity Day, honoring an annual observance meant to promote racial harmony and friendship among Georgians.

### Plain-language summary

This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives formally recognizes June 14, 2026, which falls on the second Sunday in June, as Race Amity Day. The observance began in early 20th century race amity conventions and has been promoted more recently by groups including the Bahá'í National Spiritual Assembly to address racism and encourage unity across racial lines.
The resolution does not create any new law, program, or funding. It simply states the House's recognition of the day and encourages activities like music, art, dialogue, education, and service that celebrate diversity. It also directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare copies of the resolution for the public and the press.

### What it does

- Formally recognizes June 14, 2026 as Race Amity Day through a resolution of the Georgia House of Representatives.
- States the day's purpose as promoting racial harmony, mutual respect, and friendship among all people.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make copies available to the public and the press.
- Creates no new statute, funding, or enforcement mechanism; it is a symbolic statement rather than a change to Georgia law.

### Who it affects

This resolution mainly affects the Georgia House of Representatives itself, through its formal recognition, and the Clerk of the House, who must distribute copies. It has no direct legal effect on residents, businesses, or agencies, though it may be referenced by organizations planning Race Amity Day events.

### Why it matters

Because the resolution carries no legal requirements or funding, its practical effect is symbolic: it gives official state recognition to a day meant to encourage community activities around racial unity, which organizers or local groups might use to promote events or public awareness.

### Key provisions

- The resolution recognizes June 14, 2026 as Race Amity Day, an observance held annually on the second Sunday in June.
- The whereas clauses describe the day's origins in early 20th century race amity conventions and its promotion by groups such as the Bahá'í National Spiritual Assembly.
- The final resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare copies of the resolution for distribution to the public and press.

## Status

- Status: Passed (2026-03-27)
- Last action: House Read and Adopted (2026-03-27)
- Sponsors: Doreen Carter, Park Cannon, Segun Adeyina, Carl Gilliard, Billy Mitchell, Jasmine Clark
- Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74532

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