HR1251: HR1251 Junior League Movement; occasion of its 125th anniversary and honoring its enduring legacy of developing women leaders and strengthening communities through volunteer service, civic engagement, and advocacy; recognize

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives, not a change to any law. It recognizes the Junior League Movement, founded in 1901 by Mary Harriman, on the occasion of its 125th anniversary. The resolution praises the organization's work training women as volunteer leaders and its impact on communities worldwide and in Georgia. The resolution specifically acknowledges the Junior Leagues of Georgia and its State Public Affairs Committee for their advocacy on issues like women's and girls' welfare, equity, healthcare access, and education. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to the Junior League Movement as a formal token of recognition.

• Formally recognizes and commends the Junior League Movement on its 125th anniversary for developing women leaders and strengthening communities.
• Extends the House's appreciation to past and present Junior League members for their contributions to leadership development and community improvement.
• Acknowledges the continued work of the Junior Leagues of Georgia and its State Public Affairs Committee on civic leadership, equity, education, and healthcare access.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to the Junior League Movement.

This resolution directly affects the Junior League Movement, including the Association of Junior Leagues International and the Junior Leagues of Georgia, along with its State Public Affairs Committee. It has no regulatory effect on the public, businesses, or other organizations.

The resolution carries no legal or regulatory weight and changes no Georgia law. Its practical effect is symbolic: it gives the Junior League Movement formal recognition from the Georgia House of Representatives and a printed copy of the resolution to mark its anniversary.

• The first resolving clause recognizes and commends the Junior League Movement on its 125th anniversary and thanks its members for their contributions.
• The second resolving clause acknowledges the ongoing work of the Junior Leagues of Georgia and its State Public Affairs Committee on civic and health related advocacy.
• The final clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to the organization.

1. 2026-02-05House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-02-05House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-02-05House Hopper (House)

• Omari Crawford (D, HD-089)Primary sponsor
• Inga Willis (D, HD-055)
• Edna Jackson (D, HD-165)
• Billy Mitchell (D, HD-088)
• Tanya Miller (D, HD-062)
• Teddy Reese (D, HD-140)

• Junior League
• women leadership
• volunteer service
• civic engagement
• legislative recognition