HR1021: HR1021 Georgia Association of Broadcasters Day; January 26, 2026; recognize

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives rather than a law that changes anyone's rights or duties. It recognizes the Georgia Association of Broadcasters, which represents more than 400 local radio and television broadcasters across the state, for its role in keeping the public informed, especially during natural disasters, severe weather, and elections. The resolution formally designates January 26, 2026 as Georgia Association of Broadcasters Day and directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for the association. It does not create new rules, spend state money, or amend any Georgia statute.

• Designates January 26, 2026 as Georgia Association of Broadcasters Day in Georgia.
• Formally commends the Georgia Association of Broadcasters for its role informing the public and supporting communities during emergencies and elections.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to the association.

The resolution directly names the Georgia Association of Broadcasters and its more than 400 member radio and television stations across Georgia, along with the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who must prepare the commemorative copy.

The resolution carries symbolic rather than legal weight: it gives public recognition to the state's broadcasters for their role during severe weather and elections, but it does not change any law, create funding, or impose new requirements on anyone.

• The whereas clauses describe the Georgia Association of Broadcasters as the nation's first broadcast association, comprised of over 400 Georgia radio and television licensees.
• The resolved clause designates January 26, 2026 as Georgia Association of Broadcasters Day and commends the association's members.
• A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to the association.

1. 2026-01-14House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-01-14House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-01-14House Hopper (House)

• Rick Jasperse (R, HD-011)Primary sponsor

• broadcasting
• ceremonial resolution
• Georgia House of Representatives
• media