SR635: SR635 International Holocaust Remembrance Day; honoring

26 LC 129 0738 Senate Resolution 635 By: Senators Kirkpatrick of the 32nd, Still of the 48th, Anavitarte of the 31st, Robertson of the 29th, Brass of the 6th and others A RESOLUTION Honoring International Holocaust Remembrance Day on January 27, 2026; and for other1 purposes.2 WHEREAS, the Holocaust, in which six million Jewish men, women, and children were3 systematically murdered by the Nazi regime, along with millions of others, including people4 with disabilities, political dissidents, and countless others, serves as a solemn reminder of5 what happens when hate is unchecked; and6 WHEREAS, the State of Georgia honors the memory of those who perished, the survivors7 who carry the scars of their experiences, and the generations w ho have inherited the8 responsibility to remember and educate future generations; and9 WHEREAS, on this anniversary, the State of Georgia recommits it self to combating the10 global rise in antisemitism; and11 WHEREAS, the people of Georgia recognize the importance of combating hate and bigotry12 in all forms, standing in solidarity against antisemitism, raci sm, and all forms of13 discrimination that seek to dehumanize and divide us; and14 S. R. 635 - 1 - 26 LC 129 0738 WHEREAS, the lessons of the Holocaust call upon us to be vigila nt, to uphold human15 dignity, and to actively promote peace, understanding, and respect for all people, regardless16 of their background, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, or religion; and17 WHEREAS, this day serves as a reminder of the resilience of the human spirit and the18 enduring importance of remembrance.19 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body20 recognize January 27, 2026, as International Holocaust Remembra nce Day; avow that we21 will remember the history and lessons of the Holocaust and honor its victims, survivors and22 liberators; and pledge to stand together to combat hate and honor our solemn responsibilities23 as citizens in a democracy.24 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed25 to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to the public and the26 press.27 S. R. 635 - 2 -