Georgia CommonsSenate · Introduced · 2025-2026 Regular Session
SR 376: Pellegrini, Larry; recognize
Last action March 11, 2025 · Senate Read and Referred
A Georgia Senate resolution recognizes and commends Larry Pellegrini for over 30 years of advocacy for progressive causes and LGBTQ equality at the state capitol.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate, not a change to state law. It honors Larry Pellegrini, describing his work as a longtime advocate for progressive causes and LGBTQ equality, including his early role as the first openly gay lobbyist at the Georgia State Capitol and his participation in the Cracker Barrel campaign against employment discrimination. The resolution also notes his leadership roles, including serving as executive director of the Georgia Rural Urban Summit and as a board member of the Georgia Stonewall Democrats. It formally states that the Senate recognizes and commends him and directs the Secretary of the Senate to send him a copy of the resolution as a keepsake.
What the bill does
- Formally states that the Senate recognizes and commends Larry Pellegrini for his advocacy work in Georgia.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Larry Pellegrini.
- Extends the Senate's best wishes to Pellegrini for future health and happiness.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory change since it is a commendatory resolution rather than a bill amending Georgia statutes.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names and honors Larry Pellegrini. It does not impose obligations on any other group, agency, or member of the public; its only administrative effect is on the Secretary of the Senate, who must distribute a copy.
Why it matters
Resolutions like this one carry symbolic rather than legal weight. It does not change any Georgia law, create funding, or affect residents' rights or obligations; its practical effect is limited to publicly honoring one individual's advocacy career.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses recount Pellegrini's advocacy history, including his role as the first openly gay lobbyist at the Georgia State Capitol and his work on sodomy law reform.
- The resolved clause formally commends Pellegrini for his contributions to progressive advocacy and LGBTQ rights in Georgia.
- A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy available for distribution to Pellegrini.
From the bill
“made history as the first openly gay lobbyist at the Georgia State Capitol, advocating for LGBTQ rights at a time when such efforts faced significant opposition”
“the members of this body recognize and commend Larry Pellegrini for his remarkable contributions to progressive advocacy and LGBTQ rights in Georgia”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Referred (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Elena Parent (D, SD-44)
- Kim Jackson (D, SD-41)
- Nan Orrock (D, SD-36)
- RaShaun Kemp (D, SD-38)
- Sally Harrell (D, SD-40)
- Sonya Halpern (D, SD-39)
- Gail Davenport (D, SD-17)
- Tonya Anderson (D, SD-43)
- Michael 'Doc' Rhett (D, SD-33)
- Ed Harbison (D, SD-15)
- Nikki Merritt (D, SD-9)
- Randal Mangham (D, SD-55)
- Emanuel Jones (D, SD-10)
- Kenya Wicks (D, SD-34)
Topics
- LGBTQ rights
- Georgia Senate resolution
- civic honors
- political advocacy history