Georgia CommonsSR 892: Scouts Day at the Capitol; recognize March 9, 2026
Last action March 4, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution commends the Boy Scouts of America in Georgia and recognizes March 9, 2026 as Scouts Day at the Capitol, a ceremonial event honoring scouts across the state.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate, not a change to state law. It praises the Boy Scouts of America in Georgia for its work training youth in citizenship, character, and self-reliance, and notes the organization has over 40,000 scouts, more than 3,500 adult leaders, and over 600 units statewide. The resolution formally recognizes March 9, 2026 as Scouts Day at the Capitol, an annual event where scouts visit the Georgia State Senate to learn about government and talk with their senators. It encourages elected officials to take part in the day's events, and directs the Secretary of the Senate to make copies of the resolution available to the public and press.
What the bill does
- Commends the Boy Scouts of America in Georgia for its commitment to Scouting values and its service to the state.
- Formally recognizes March 9, 2026 as Scouts Day at the Capitol in the Georgia Senate.
- Encourages elected officials to participate in Scouts Day at the Capitol events.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and the press.
Who it affects
The resolution primarily concerns the Boy Scouts of America in Georgia, including its roughly 40,000 scouts and 3,500 adult leaders across more than 600 units, as well as Georgia state senators and other elected officials invited to take part in the Capitol event.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or funding effect; it is a symbolic honor. Its practical impact is that scouts get a recognized day to visit the Capitol, meet senators, and learn about state government, which the Senate is publicly encouraging elected officials to support.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe the Boy Scouts of America's mission and its scale in Georgia, citing over 40,000 scouts, 3,500 adult leaders, and 600 units.
- The first resolving clause has the Senate commend the organization for its service and values.
- The second resolving clause designates March 9, 2026 as Scouts Day at the Capitol and encourages officials to participate.
- The final clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies of the resolution publicly.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize March 9, 2026, as Scouts Day at the Capitol and encourage all elected officials to take part in the events to show appreciation for the Boy Scouts of America in Georgia”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Jason Anavitarte (R, SD-031)
- John Albers (R, SD-056)
- Larry Walker (R, SD-020)
- Shawn Still (R, SD-048)
- Kay Kirkpatrick (R, SD-032)
- Randy Robertson (R, SD-029)
- Clint Dixon (R, SD-045)
- Ben Watson (R, SD-001)
- Mike Hodges (R, SD-003)
- Sam Watson (R, SD-011)
- Marty Harbin (R, SD-016)
- Steven McNeel (R, SD-018)
- Blake Tillery (R, SD-019)
Topics
- Boy Scouts of America
- Scouts Day at the Capitol
- Georgia Senate resolution
- youth organizations