Georgia CommonsSR 867: Possibilities Unlimited for Women, Inc.; recognize
Last action February 26, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution formally recognizes Possibilities Unlimited for Women, Inc., a nonprofit that supports survivors of domestic violence, for its work helping women rebuild their lives.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate, not a change to state law. It honors Possibilities Unlimited for Women, Inc. (PUFW), a nonprofit that helps women who have experienced domestic violence through grants, job-readiness programs, and financial support. The resolution describes PUFW's activities, including boot camps on interviewing skills, financial literacy, resume writing, and professional dress, as well as grants to cover utility, phone, and gas bills. It also notes that since 2015 PUFW has funded book scholarships for 12th grade girls. The Senate formally commends the organization and directs the Secretary of the Senate to send PUFW a copy of the resolution as a keepsake.
What the bill does
- Formally commends Possibilities Unlimited for Women, Inc. for its work supporting survivors of domestic violence.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to the organization.
- Creates no new law, funding, or state program; it is purely a statement of recognition by the Senate.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names Possibilities Unlimited for Women, Inc., its staff, and the domestic violence survivors and 12th grade girls it serves through grants, boot camps, and scholarships. It has no legal effect on any other Georgians.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or funding consequences and changes no Georgia law. Its practical effect is symbolic: it gives the nonprofit formal legislative recognition, which organizations sometimes use for visibility, morale, or fundraising purposes.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe PUFW's mission and programs, including boot camps on job readiness and grants for utility, phone, and gas bills.
- The whereas clauses note PUFW has funded book scholarships for 12th grade girls since 2015 using its own money.
- The resolved clause has the Senate recognize and commend PUFW for supporting domestic violence survivors.
- The final clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute a copy of the resolution to PUFW.
From the bill
“Possibilities Unlimited for Women, Inc., (PUFW) is a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering women who have experienced or are experiencing domestic violence”
“the members of this body recognize and commend Possibilities Unlimited for Women, Inc., for its unwavering commitment to supporting survivors of domestic violence”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Donzella James (D, SD-028)
- Michael Rhett (D, SD-033)
- Jaha Howard (D, SD-035)
- RaShaun Kemp (D, SD-038)
- Matt Brass (R, SD-006)
- Chuck Hufstetler (R, SD-052)
- Randal Mangham (D, SD-055)
- Kim Jackson (D, SD-041)
- Elena Parent (D, SD-044)
- Kenya Wicks (D, SD-034)
- Gail Davenport (D, SD-017)
- Tonya Anderson (D, SD-043)
- Sally Harrell (D, SD-040)
- Sonya Halpern (D, SD-039)
- Nan Orrock (D, SD-036)
Topics
- domestic violence support
- nonprofit recognition
- Georgia Senate resolution
- women's services