HR2034: HR2034 United States of America; 250th anniversary; honoring the nation's enduring legacy of freedom, unity, and civic engagement; recognize

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives marking July 4, 2026 as the 250th anniversary, or Semiquincentennial, of the United States since the Declaration of Independence in 1776. It recalls earlier national milestones such as the Centennial, Sesquicentennial, and Bicentennial, and notes how those anniversaries brought communities together through parades, educational programs, and historic preservation efforts. The resolution itself does not change any Georgia law. It simply has the House formally recognize and celebrate the anniversary and encourage citizens to join commemorative activities honoring the nation's history and civic engagement. It also directs the Clerk of the House to make copies available to the public and the press.

• Formally recognizes and celebrates the 250th anniversary of the United States on behalf of the Georgia House of Representatives.
• Encourages Georgia citizens to participate in commemorative activities marking the nation's founding.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute copies of the resolution to the public and the press.
• Creates no new laws, funding, or legal requirements; it is a symbolic statement rather than binding legislation.

This resolution mainly affects the Georgia House of Representatives itself and the Clerk of the House, who must distribute copies. It has no direct legal effect on any other group, though it invites the general public to join anniversary commemorations.

Because this is a ceremonial resolution, it does not change anyone's rights, duties, or funding. Its practical effect is limited to the House going on record honoring the anniversary and encouraging public participation in related events.

• The whereas clauses describe the historical background, noting July 4, 2026 marks 250 years since the Declaration of Independence following the 1776 Lee Resolution.
• The first resolving clause has House members recognize and celebrate the anniversary and encourage civic participation.
• The second resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to make copies available to the public and press.

1. 2026-03-31House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-03-31House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-03-31House Hopper (House)

• Karla Drenner (D, HD-085)Primary sponsor

• American history
• civic engagement
• commemorative resolution
• 250th anniversary