Senate Resolution 103
By: Senators James of the 28th, Mangham of the 55th, Rhett of the 33rd and Anderson of the
43rd
A RESOLUTION
Celebrating the achievements and capabilities of young Georgians and recognizing March
18, 2025, as Georgia Children & Youth Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, more than 2.5 million Georgians are under 18 years of age, and today's youth
are tomorrow's leaders; and
WHEREAS, the high school graduation rate has risen in recent years, from 67.4 percent in
2011 to 79.2 percent in 2016; and
WHEREAS, children are Georgia's most valuable asset, and Georgia's youth possess
enormous potential, which must be recognized and realized through constructive social
policies; and
WHEREAS, giving Georgia's youth the tools they need to succeed pays enormous dividends;
and
WHEREAS, the circumstances of a child's upbringing have a profound impact that reaches
well into adulthood; therefore, contributions are required from all of society; and
WHEREAS, the Georgia State Legislature is in the unique position to offer its appreciation
and support of the children and youth of Georgia.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body
celebrate the achievements and potential of the more than 2.5 million children and youth in
Georgia and, in doing so, recognize March 18, 2025, as Georgia Children & Youth Day at
the state capitol as well as encourage all citizens to recognize and celebrate the achievements
and potential of Georgia's youngest residents.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed
to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to the public and the
press.