Georgia CommonsSR 640: Family and Consumer Sciences; recognize
Last action January 29, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution formally recognizes Family and Consumer Sciences as a field and voices support for sustaining its education programs across the state.
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In plain language
This is a Senate resolution, a formal statement of the chamber's position rather than a law that changes anyone's rights or duties. It recognizes Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS), a field covering topics like nutrition, financial literacy, and family life education, and praises the work of FCS professionals and groups such as Family, Career, Community Leaders of America (FCCLA). The resolution states that the Senate recognizes FCS affiliates, communities, and related groups, and supports efforts at the national, state, and local level to sustain FCS programs in schools and communities. It also directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Family and Consumer Sciences groups. It does not create new funding, requirements, or penalties.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes Family and Consumer Sciences and its affiliated organizations, such as FCCLA, on behalf of the Georgia Senate.
- States the Senate's support for national, state, and local strategies to sustain Family and Consumer Sciences education and programs.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Family and Consumer Sciences groups.
- Creates no new laws, funding, or legal requirements; it is a symbolic statement rather than a binding rule.
Who it affects
Family and Consumer Sciences professionals, educators, and students in Georgia, along with organizations like Family, Career, Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) that work in this field, are named in the resolution as recipients of the Senate's recognition and support.
Why it matters
Because this is a resolution rather than a law, it does not change any rules, funding levels, or requirements for schools or families. Its main effect is to publicly acknowledge the value of Family and Consumer Sciences education and signal legislative support for continuing it.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe Family and Consumer Sciences as covering well-being, relationships, resources, and issues like obesity, food safety, and financial literacy.
- The resolved clause states the Senate recognizes FCS affiliates and communities and supports strategies to sustain FCS in current economic and education conditions.
- The final clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Family and Consumer Sciences.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize the affiliates, communities, and other entities within Family and Consumer Sciences, and support and facilitate the development and implementation of national, state, and local intervention strategies to sustain Family and Consumer Sciences”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Frank Ginn (R, SD-047)
- Bill Cowsert (R, SD-046)
- Larry Walker (R, SD-020)
- Sam Watson (R, SD-011)
- Russ Goodman (R, SD-008)
- Carden Summers (R, SD-013)
- Randal Mangham (D, SD-055)
- Clint Dixon (R, SD-045)
- Nabilah Islam Parkes (D, SD-007)
- Nikki Merritt (D, SD-009)
- Timothy Bearden (R, SD-030)
- Michael Rhett (D, SD-033)
- Kay Kirkpatrick (R, SD-032)
- Greg Dolezal (R, SD-027)
- Donzella James (D, SD-028)
- RaShaun Kemp (D, SD-038)
- Kim Jackson (D, SD-041)
- Harold Jones (D, SD-022)
- Gail Davenport (D, SD-017)
- Bo Hatchett (R, SD-050)
- Randy Robertson (R, SD-029)
- John Albers (R, SD-056)
Topics
- Family and Consumer Sciences
- education
- legislative resolution
- financial literacy