Georgia CommonsSenate · Introduced · 2025-2026 Regular Session
SR 319: Muslim American Heritage Month; recognize July 2025
Last action March 3, 2025 · Senate Read and Referred
A Georgia Senate resolution would recognize July 2025 as Muslim American Heritage Month, honoring the contributions of Muslim Americans to Georgia and the nation.
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In plain language
This resolution does not change any Georgia law. Instead, it is a formal statement from the Senate recognizing July 2025 as Muslim American Heritage Month at the state capitol. The resolution describes contributions Muslim Americans have made to charity, medicine, science, business, government, and other fields in Georgia and the United States. It encourages state, county, and municipal officials, school boards, schools, colleges, universities, businesses, and citizens to take part in ceremonies and programs honoring these contributions during the month. It also directs the Secretary of the Senate to make copies of the resolution available to the public and press.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes July 2025 as Muslim American Heritage Month at the Georgia state capitol.
- Encourages state, county, and municipal government officials to participate in commemorative ceremonies and programs.
- Encourages boards of education, schools, colleges, universities, and businesses to hold activities honoring Muslim American contributions.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press.
Who it affects
The resolution addresses state, county, and municipal government officials and departments, boards of education, elementary and secondary schools, colleges and universities, businesses, and Georgia citizens generally, encouraging them to take part in commemorative activities.
Why it matters
Because this is a resolution rather than a bill, it creates no legal obligations or funding. Its practical effect is symbolic recognition, encouraging Georgia institutions and residents to hold events acknowledging Muslim American history and contributions during July 2025.
Key provisions
- The resolution's preamble (the 'whereas' clauses) describes Muslim American contributions to charity, science, medicine, and various professions.
- The resolving clause designates July 2025 as Muslim American Heritage Month at the state capitol.
- It encourages participation by government bodies, schools, universities, businesses, and citizens in commemorative activities.
- It directs the Secretary of the Senate to make copies available for public and press distribution.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize the month of July 2025 as Muslim American Heritage Month at the state capitol”
“Muslim Americans have contributed to every part of the economy, culture, education, and identity of Georgia and the United States”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Referred (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Sheikh Rahman (D, SD-5)
- Nabilah Parkes (D, SD-7)
- Nan Orrock (D, SD-36)
- Sally Harrell (D, SD-40)
- Donzella James (D, SD-28)
- Emanuel Jones (D, SD-10)
- Derek Mallow (D, SD-2)
- Nikki Merritt (D, SD-9)
- Ed Harbison (D, SD-15)
- David Lucas (D, SD-26)
- Randal Mangham (D, SD-55)
- Michael 'Doc' Rhett (D, SD-33)
- Jason Esteves (D, SD-35)
- Elena Parent (D, SD-44)
- Gail Davenport (D, SD-17)
- Harold Jones II (D, SD-22)
- Sonya Halpern (D, SD-39)
- RaShaun Kemp (D, SD-38)
- Freddie Powell Sims (D, SD-12)
- Josh McLaurin (D, SD-14)
Topics
- Muslim American Heritage Month
- state recognition
- cultural heritage
- Georgia Senate resolution