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Senate · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session

SR 834: Bangladeshi Peacekeepers in United Nations Peacekeeping Operations; recognize

Last action March 25, 2026 · Senate Passed/Adopted

A Georgia Senate resolution recognizes and commends Bangladesh and the Bangladesh Army for decades of contributions to United Nations peacekeeping missions, honoring those who served and died in the line of duty.

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In plain language

This is a ceremonial resolution adopted by the Georgia Senate, not a change to state law. It recognizes Bangladesh's long history of contributing personnel to United Nations Peacekeeping Operations since 1988, noting that Bangladesh has taken part in 63 missions across 43 countries and deployed more than 200,000 uniformed personnel, mostly from the Bangladesh Army. The resolution states that at least 174 Bangladeshi peacekeepers have died and more than 280 have been injured in these missions. It formally commends the people of Bangladesh and the Bangladesh Army for their service, expresses gratitude to peacekeepers, and offers condolences to the families of those who died, including Bangladeshi American families living in Georgia. It also directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press.

What the bill does

  • Formally recognizes and commends the people of Bangladesh and the Bangladesh Army for their contributions to United Nations Peacekeeping Operations.
  • Expresses the Senate's respect and gratitude toward Bangladeshi peacekeepers who have served, and honors those who died in the line of duty.
  • Conveys sympathy to the families of fallen peacekeepers, including those living in Georgia.
  • Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute copies of the resolution to the public and the press.

Who it affects

The resolution primarily honors the people of Bangladesh and the Bangladesh Army, but it also speaks directly to Bangladeshi Americans living in Georgia, including families of peacekeepers who died or were injured in United Nations missions.

Why it matters

The resolution carries no legal or funding effect but serves as an official statement of recognition from the Georgia Senate. It provides symbolic acknowledgment to Bangladeshi Americans in Georgia and the sacrifices made by peacekeepers from Bangladesh in UN missions worldwide.

Key provisions

  • The whereas clauses describe Bangladesh's peacekeeping record: 63 UN missions across 43 countries and over 200,000 personnel deployed since 1988.
  • States that about 6,000 Bangladeshi peacekeepers currently serve in eight ongoing missions, with at least 174 killed and more than 280 injured.
  • The resolved clauses formally commend Bangladesh and the Bangladesh Army and express gratitude and condolences to peacekeepers and their families.
  • Directs the Secretary of the Senate to make copies available to the public and press for distribution.

From the bill

“at least 174 Bangladeshi peacekeepers have lost their lives and more than 280 have been injured in the line of duty”

States the human toll suffered by Bangladeshi peacekeepers in UN missions.

“this body expresses its profound respect and gratitude to Bangladeshi peacekeepers who have served with honor, pays tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice”

The Senate's formal statement of gratitude and tribute to peacekeepers.

Discussed in meetings (6)

The House and Senate meetings that took this bill up, from their machine transcripts. Each account was written by Georgia Commons with AI and is not part of the record; the video is what was said.

  1. Senate Rules Committee, March 19, 2026

    From 1:01:37 · Watch on the General Assembly's Vimeo channel

    Summary by Georgia Commons: The sponsor said the resolution would honor Bangladeshi United Nations peacekeepers, including Georgia residents. The sponsor said more than 200,000 Bangladeshis had served since 1988 in 63 missions across 43 countries, with nearly 200 deaths and about 300 injuries. The sponsor described the resolution as bipartisan, and the chair noted that a peacekeeper was expected to visit. No public testimony followed. The committee unanimously recommended passage.

  2. Senate Rules Committee, March 23, 2026

    From 0:07:54 · Watch on the General Assembly's Vimeo channel

    Summary by Georgia Commons: The chair described SR 834 as honoring peacekeepers from Bangladesh. A committee member later requested it for the floor calendar, and it was included in the package approved unanimously.

  3. Senate floor session, March 25, 2026 (legislative day 37)

    From 6:33:58 · Watch on the General Assembly's Vimeo channel · Confirmed by the bill's status history (Senate Third Read)

    Summary by Georgia Commons: The sponsor said SR 834 would recognize Bangladeshi personnel serving in United Nations peacekeeping operations, including people now living in Georgia. The sponsor said Bangladeshi peacekeepers had participated in 63 missions across 43 countries, with approximately 6,000 serving in eight ongoing missions and more than 200,000 having served overall. No questions or opposition followed. The Senate adopted the resolution 48 to 0.

Status timeline

  1. 2026-03-25Senate Passed/Adopted (Senate)
  2. 2026-03-25Senate Third Read (Senate)
  3. 2026-03-23Senate Read Second Time (Senate)
  4. 2026-03-20Senate Committee Favorably Reported (Senate)
  5. 2026-02-24Senate Read and Referred (Senate)
  6. 2026-02-20Senate Hopper (Senate)

Sponsors

  • Sheikh Rahman (D, SD-5)Primary sponsor
  • Ed Harbison (D, SD-15)
  • Shawn Still (R, SD-48)
  • Matt Brass (R, SD-6)
  • Michael 'Doc' Rhett (D, SD-33)
  • Tonya Anderson (D, SD-43)
  • Harold Jones II (D, SD-22)
  • Kay Kirkpatrick (R, SD-32)
  • Chuck Payne (R, SD-54)
  • Randy Robertson (R, SD-29)
  • Donzella James (D, SD-28)
  • Bo Hatchett (R, SD-50)
  • Randal Mangham (D, SD-55)
  • Jaha Howard (D, SD-35)
  • RaShaun Kemp (D, SD-38)
  • Derek Mallow (D, SD-2)
  • Russ Goodman (R, SD-8)
  • Nikki Merritt (D, SD-9)
  • Freddie Powell Sims (D, SD-12)
  • Carden Summers (R, SD-13)
  • Ed Setzler (R, SD-37)
  • Emanuel Jones (D, SD-10)
  • Nan Orrock (D, SD-36)
  • David Lucas (D, SD-26)
  • Josh McLaurin (D, SD-14)

Votes

  1. PassedSenate voteMarch 25, 2026

    48 yea, 0 nay (1 not voting, 5 excused)

    ADOPTION: Senate Vote #815

Topics

  • Bangladesh
  • United Nations peacekeeping
  • Senate resolution
  • Bangladeshi Americans in Georgia

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