Georgia CommonsSR 943: Georgia HBCU and Divine Nine Day; recognize
Last action March 12, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution recognizes Georgia HBCU and Divine Nine Day, honoring the state's historically Black colleges and universities and the nine historically Black Greek-letter organizations known as the Divine Nine.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia Senate rather than a law that changes anyone's rights or duties. It states that the Senate recognizes Georgia HBCU and Divine Nine Day, citing the role Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) have played in education, leadership development, and community advancement, and the contributions of the nine historically Black Greek-letter organizations, collectively called the Divine Nine, to scholarship, public service, and leadership in Georgia and nationally. The resolution also expresses the Senate's appreciation to students, alumni, faculty, and members of these institutions and organizations for their ongoing community work. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to make copies available for distribution to the public and the press. It does not create any new legal requirements, funding, or penalties.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes Georgia HBCU and Divine Nine Day through a Senate resolution honoring HBCUs and the Divine Nine organizations.
- Extends the Senate's appreciation to students, alumni, faculty, and members of HBCUs and Divine Nine organizations for community contributions.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press.
- Creates no new statutory requirements, funding, or penalties, since it is a ceremonial resolution rather than a change to Georgia law.
Who it affects
The resolution names Historically Black Colleges and Universities in Georgia, the nine historically Black Greek-letter organizations known as the Divine Nine, and their students, alumni, faculty, and members as the groups being honored and recognized.
Why it matters
Because this is a ceremonial resolution, it does not change any law, create funding, or impose requirements on any Georgian. Its practical effect is symbolic recognition by the Georgia Senate of HBCUs and Divine Nine organizations and their contributions to the state.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses state the Senate's reasoning: HBCUs' role in education and leadership, and the Divine Nine's contributions to scholarship, service, and civic engagement.
- The first resolved clause formally recognizes Georgia HBCU and Divine Nine Day in honor of these institutions and organizations.
- The second resolved clause extends the Senate's appreciation to students, alumni, faculty, and members who serve their communities.
- The final resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make copies of the resolution available to the public and press.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize Georgia HBCU and Divine Nine Day in honor of the legacy, achievements, and continued contributions of these institutions and organizations”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Randal Mangham (D, SD-055)
- Nikki Merritt (D, SD-009)
- Freddie Sims (D, SD-012)
- Harold Jones (D, SD-022)
- Kenya Wicks (D, SD-034)
- Kim Jackson (D, SD-041)
- Tonya Anderson (D, SD-043)
- Jaha Howard (D, SD-035)
- Sonya Halpern (D, SD-039)
- Emanuel Jones (D, SD-010)
- RaShaun Kemp (D, SD-038)
- Donzella James (D, SD-028)
- David Lucas (D, SD-026)
Topics
- HBCUs
- Divine Nine
- Georgia Senate resolution
- higher education
- Black history