--- title: SR 412. Atlanta Court Appointed Special Advocates; recognize collection: bills id: 2025-2026/sr412 cite_as: SR 412, 2025-2026 Regular Session (Ga.) canonical_url: https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/sr412 md_url: https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/sr412.md text_url: https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/sr412/text source_url: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/71415 date: 2025-03-20 status: passed corpus_version: bills-2026-08-28 license: Public record of the Georgia General Assembly, via LegiScan; see about.md publisher: Georgia Commons, an independent project of Georgia Civic Data. Not the State of Georgia. 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Atlanta Court Appointed Special Advocates; recognize ## Text 25 LC 112 3379 Senate Resolution 412 By: Senators Orrock of the 36th, Wicks of the 34th, Davenport of the 17th, Mangham of the 55th, Jones of the 10th and others A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending Atlanta Court Appointed Special Advocates on the occasion1 of its 30th anniversary; and for other purposes.2 WHEREAS, Atlanta Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) has faithfully served the3 children and families of Atlanta for 30 years, advocating for t he best interests of children4 who have experienced abuse or neglect; and5 WHEREAS, since its founding in 1995, Atlanta CASA has worked tirelessly to ensure that6 every child in foster care has a safe, permanent, and loving home, leveraging the dedication7 of trained volunteer advocates to provide critical support and guidance; and8 WHEREAS, Atlanta CASA has positively impacted the lives of thou sands of children,9 empowering them to thrive through advocacy, mentorship, and compassionate service; and10 WHEREAS, the organization has strengthened communities by colla borating with local11 agencies, courts, and stakeholders to enhance child welfare out comes, promoting a future12 where every child has a voice and the opportunity to succeed; and13 S. R. 412 - 1 - 25 LC 112 3379 WHEREAS, the volunteers, staff, and supporters of Atlanta CASA have demonstrated14 unwavering commitment to the well-being of vulnerable youth, ex emplifying the spirit of15 service and advocacy that defines the great State of Georgia; and16 WHEREAS, on this milestone anniversary, it is fitting and proper to honor Atlanta CASA17 for its legacy of impact and its continued dedication to the children and families of Atlanta.18 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body19 recognize and commend Atlanta Court Appointed Special Advocates on the occasion of its20 30th anniversary, express profound gratitude for its invaluable service, and extend best21 wishes for continued success in its mission to advocate for Atl anta's most vulnerable22 children.23 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed24 to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for di stribution to Atlanta Court25 Appointed Special Advocates.26 S. R. 412 - 2 - ## Summaries written by Georgia Commons The following was written by claude-sonnet-5 from the text above and is not part of the resolution. Quote the text, not the summary. A Georgia Senate resolution recognizes Atlanta Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) for 30 years of work advocating for children in foster care. ### Plain-language summary This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate rather than a change to state law. It honors Atlanta Court Appointed Special Advocates, a nonprofit founded in 1995 that trains volunteers to advocate for children who have experienced abuse or neglect, on the occasion of its 30th anniversary. The resolution states the Senate's recognition and gratitude for the organization's work with foster children, courts, and local agencies, and wishes it continued success. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for the organization, but it creates no new legal requirements, funding, or penalties. ### What it does - Formally recognizes and commends Atlanta Court Appointed Special Advocates for 30 years of service to children in foster care. - States the Senate's gratitude for the organization's advocacy, mentorship, and collaboration with courts and child welfare agencies. - Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to the organization. - Creates no statutory changes, funding, or enforceable legal obligations. ### Who it affects The resolution directly names Atlanta Court Appointed Special Advocates, its volunteers and staff, and by extension the children in foster care and their families whom the organization serves in the Atlanta area. ### Why it matters The resolution has no legal effect on Georgia law; it is a public statement of appreciation. Its main practical effect is a formal record of recognition presented to the organization, which can be used for publicity or morale rather than any change in policy or funding. ### Key provisions - The whereas clauses describe Atlanta CASA's founding in 1995 and its 30 years advocating for abused and neglected children. - The resolving clause formally recognizes and commends the organization on its 30th anniversary. - A further resolution directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to Atlanta CASA. ## Status - Status: Passed (2025-03-20) - Last action: Senate Read and Adopted (2025-03-20) - Sponsors: Nan Orrock, Kenya Wicks, Gail Davenport, Randal Mangham, Emanuel Jones, Nikki Merritt, Kay Kirkpatrick, Jason Esteves, Michael Rhett, Brandon Beach, RaShaun Kemp, Chuck Payne, Colton Moore, Ed Harbison, Derek Mallow, Randy Robertson - Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/71415 > The history, votes, and amendments (94 characters) are at https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/sr412.md?full=1