Georgia CommonsSenate · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session
SR 325: Jack and Jill of America, Inc.; commend
Last action March 3, 2025 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution commends Jack and Jill of America, Inc., a national mothers' organization serving Black children and families, for its work across the state's chapters.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate, not a change to state law. It recognizes Jack and Jill of America, Inc., a membership organization of mothers with children ages 2 to 19 that focuses on leadership development, volunteer service, and civic engagement for African-American youth. The resolution recounts the group's history, founding in 1938 in Philadelphia, its growth to 262 chapters nationwide, and its philanthropic foundation established in 1968. It also lists Georgia's regional leadership and the presidents of the state's local chapters. The Senate resolves to commend the organization and directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to the group for distribution.
What the bill does
- Formally commends Jack and Jill of America, Inc. for its leadership development and civic service work with children.
- Recounts the organization's founding history and national growth to 262 chapters and 50,000 families.
- Recognizes Georgia's regional leadership within the organization's Southeastern Region and lists local chapter presidents.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to the organization.
- Does not create, amend, or repeal any Georgia statute or allocate any state funding.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names and honors Jack and Jill of America, Inc., its national and regional leadership, and the presidents of its Georgia chapters located in cities such as Atlanta, Augusta, Savannah, and Macon.
Why it matters
The resolution carries symbolic weight rather than legal effect, giving formal state recognition to a long-running community and youth organization. It does not change any Georgia law, create funding, or impose requirements on anyone.
Key provisions
- The first resolving clause has the Senate commend Jack and Jill of America, Inc. and wish it continued success.
- The second resolving clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to the organization.
- The preamble (whereas clauses) documents the organization's 1938 founding, its 1946 incorporation in Delaware, and its current size and philanthropic foundation.
From the bill
“the members of this body commend the outstanding work of Jack and Jill of America, Inc., and extend their sincere best wishes for the continued success of this invaluable organization.”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Sonya Halpern (D, SD-39)
- Russ Goodman (R, SD-8)
- Mike Hodges (R, SD-3)
- Kenya Wicks (D, SD-34)
- Nikki Merritt (D, SD-9)
- Clint Dixon (R, SD-45)
Topics
- ceremonial resolution
- Jack and Jill of America
- Georgia Senate honors
- civic organizations