Georgia CommonsSR 885: Orr, Jason; FunkJazz Kafé Arts & Music Festival; recognize and commend
Last action March 3, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution honors the FunkJazz Kafé Arts & Music Festival and its founder Jason Orr on the festival's 31st anniversary, praising its impact on Atlanta's arts community.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia Senate, not a change to state law. It recognizes and commends the FunkJazz Kafé Arts & Music Festival, founded in Atlanta in 1994, and its founder Jason Orr, on the occasion of the festival's 31st anniversary. The resolution describes the festival's history and mission, including its role in supporting music, film, community, art, and culture, and its economic and cultural impact on Atlanta. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare copies of the resolution for distribution to the festival and Jason Orr as a formal token of recognition.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends the FunkJazz Kafé Arts & Music Festival and Jason Orr on the festival's 31st anniversary.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute copies of the resolution to the festival and Jason Orr.
- Does not create, amend, or repeal any Georgia statute; it is a ceremonial statement of praise rather than binding law.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names the FunkJazz Kafé Arts & Music Festival and its founder Jason Orr. It also references the broader Atlanta arts community, including local musicians, DJs, visual artists, vendors, and small businesses connected to the festival.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or regulatory effect and changes no Georgia law. Its significance is symbolic: it gives official Senate recognition to a long-running Atlanta cultural event and its founder, which can be used for publicity or historical record.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe the festival's 1994 founding, its mission, and its cultural and economic impact on Atlanta.
- The resolved clause formally commends the festival and Jason Orr on the 31st anniversary and extends best wishes.
- A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make copies available for distribution to the festival and Jason Orr.
From the bill
“the FunkJazz Kafé Arts & Music Festival was founded in 1994, in Atlanta, Georgia, as a Music and Arts Festival, and this year it is celebrating its 31st anniversary”
“the members of this body recognize and commend the FunkJazz Kafé Arts & Music Festival and Jason Orr upon its 31st anniversary, and extend sincere best wishes for continued success”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Sonya Halpern (D, SD-039)
- Nan Orrock (D, SD-036)
- RaShaun Kemp (D, SD-038)
- Josh McLaurin (D, SD-014)
Topics
- Atlanta arts and culture
- music festivals
- legislative recognition
- Black culture and heritage