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Senate · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session

SR 886: Faith and Clergy Day; recognize March 3, 2026

Last action March 3, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted

A Georgia Senate resolution designates March 3, 2026 as Faith and Clergy Day at the state capitol, honoring clergy and spiritual leaders across the state.

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In plain language

This is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia Senate rather than a bill that changes state law. It designates March 3, 2026 as Faith and Clergy Day at the state capitol, recognizing clergy and spiritual leaders for the guidance, comfort, and service they provide to individuals, families, and communities across Georgia. The resolution directs the Secretary of the Senate to make copies available to the public and the press. It does not create new requirements, funding, or penalties; it is a formal statement of appreciation adopted by the Senate.

What the bill does

  • Designates March 3, 2026 as Faith and Clergy Day at the state capitol in recognition of clergy and spiritual leaders.
  • Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute copies of the resolution to the public and the press.
  • Does not amend any Georgia statute, create funding, or impose any new legal requirement.

Who it affects

Clergy and spiritual leaders across Georgia are honored by the resolution. It also involves the Georgia Senate and its Secretary, who is tasked with distributing copies of the resolution to the public and press.

Why it matters

The resolution has no legal or financial effect on Georgians. Its significance is symbolic, marking a day at the state capitol that publicly acknowledges the role clergy play in communities, without changing any law, funding, or policy.

Key provisions

  • The resolved clause recognizes March 3, 2026 as Faith and Clergy Day at the state capitol, honoring clergy who serve their congregations and communities.
  • A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make copies of the resolution available to the public and the press.

From the bill

the members of this body recognize March 3, 2026, as Faith and Clergy Day at the state capitol in honor of the dedication, compassion, and enduring commitment of clergy

This is the resolution's central statement designating the day of recognition.

Status timeline

  1. 2026-03-03Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
  2. 2026-03-02Senate Hopper (Senate)

Sponsors

  • Randal Mangham (D, SD-055)Primary sponsor

Topics

  • Faith and Clergy Day
  • state capitol ceremonies
  • Georgia Senate resolutions
  • religious leaders

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