SR591: SR591 Spelman Day; recognize

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate rather than a change to state law. It recognizes Spelman Day at the Georgia State Capitol and commends Spelman College, a historically Black women's college in Atlanta founded in 1881, for its academic record and its impact on Georgia. The resolution cites facts about the college, including its enrollment, graduation rate, faculty credentials, and alumnae network, and describes Spelman Day as a chance for students, alumnae, faculty, and lawmakers to meet at the Capitol. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to send copies of the resolution to representatives of Spelman College. It does not create any new law, funding, or requirement.

• Formally recognizes Spelman Day at the Georgia State Capitol as an occasion for the Senate to honor Spelman College.
• Commends Spelman College for its academic record, leadership development, and service to Georgia, the nation, and the world.
• Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute copies of the resolution to representatives of Spelman College.
• Creates no new statute, funding, or legal obligation; it is a ceremonial statement rather than a change to O.C.G.A.

The resolution directly names Spelman College, its students, alumnae, faculty, and staff, and the Georgia Senate, which formally issues the recognition. It has no legal effect on other Georgians, businesses, or agencies.

Because this is a ceremonial resolution rather than a law, it does not change any rights, funding, or obligations. Its practical effect is a formal Senate acknowledgment of Spelman College's history and contributions, along with an official copy sent to the college.

• The whereas clauses recite Spelman College's founding in 1881, its academic statistics, graduation rate, and alumnae network as the basis for recognition.
• The first resolving clause has the Senate recognize Spelman Day at the Capitol and commend the college's legacy of academic excellence and service.
• The second resolving clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies of the resolution to Spelman College representatives.

1. 2026-01-27Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
2. 2026-01-22Senate Hopper (Senate)

• Gail Davenport (D, SD-017)Primary sponsor

• higher education
• historically Black colleges
• Spelman College
• legislative recognition
• Atlanta institutions