Georgia CommonsSR 1096: Bangladeshi Americans in Georgia; recognize and commend
Last action April 2, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution recognizes and commends Bangladeshi Americans living in Georgia and marks 55 years of diplomatic relations between the United States and Bangladesh.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate rather than a bill that changes state law. It recognizes the contributions of Bangladeshi Americans in Georgia to the state's economic, cultural, and civic life, and notes that 2025-2026 marks 55 years of diplomatic relations between the United States and Bangladesh. The resolution also commends the people of Bangladesh for participating in recent national elections and encourages continued progress toward democratic governance, transparency, accountability, and anti-corruption efforts. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to make copies available to the public and press. It does not create any new requirement, funding, or penalty under Georgia law.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends the contributions of Bangladeshi Americans in Georgia to the state's economic, cultural, and civic life.
- Commemorates 55 years of diplomatic relations between the United States and Bangladesh.
- Commends the people of Bangladesh for participating in recent national elections and encourages continued democratic progress.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press.
Who it affects
The resolution most directly names Bangladeshi Americans living in Georgia, describing their role in the state's economic, cultural, and civic life. It also references the people of Bangladesh and the diplomatic relationship between the United States and Bangladesh.
Why it matters
As a resolution, this does not change any Georgia law, create funding, or impose requirements. Its practical effect is symbolic: it publicly honors a community within the state and puts the Senate on record supporting democratic progress and anti-corruption efforts in Bangladesh.
Key provisions
- The preamble ('WHEREAS' clauses) recounts the history of U.S.-Bangladesh diplomatic relations since 1971 and the growth of the Bangladeshi American community in Georgia.
- The first resolving clause formally recognizes and commends Bangladeshi Americans in Georgia and the ties between Georgia and Bangladesh.
- The second resolving clause commends Bangladesh's recent national elections and encourages continued democratic governance and anti-corruption efforts.
- The final clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make copies of the resolution available to the public and press.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend the contributions of Bangladeshi Americans in Georgia and the strong people-to-people ties connecting the State of Georgia with Bangladesh”
“commend the people of Bangladesh for their participation in recent national elections and encourage continued progress toward democratic governance, transparency, accountability, and effective measures to combat corruption”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Sheikh Rahman (D, SD-005)
- Derek Mallow (D, SD-002)
- Josh McLaurin (D, SD-014)
- Jaha Howard (D, SD-035)
- Nan Orrock (D, SD-036)
Topics
- Bangladeshi Americans
- Georgia Senate resolution
- U.S.-Bangladesh relations
- community recognition