1-4-24. Designation of “National Swearing-in Commitment Day.”

Code 1981, § 1-4-24, enacted by Ga. L. 2021, p. 204, § 2/HB 208.

This Code section became effective July 1, 2021.

Ga. L. 2021, p. 204, § 1/HB 208, not codified by the General Assembly, provides: “The General Assembly finds that: “(1) Since 1916, the Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) has allowed young men and women to experience a sample of military life. Members of JROTC are able to familiarize themselves with the traditions, activities, and morals of the military and seek out potential careers; “(2) Most of the activities in JROTC are awarded, sometimes publicly, at various ceremonies, banquets, and other events. Rewarding success serves to motivate some and move them toward a career in the military; “(3) Likewise, colleges and universities reward athletes at the high school level with scholarships. Moreover, many athletes are recognized on signing days. Some signing days are attended by a large number of students, faculty, staff, and the community. The hard work and education of the athletes does not go unrecognized. Those who intend to join and start a career defending the nation should be acknowledged and supported on local, state, and national levels; and “(4) Putting such a day in place would build unity and support for all components (Army, Navy, Marines, Coast Guard, Air Force, Army National Guard, Air National Guard, and Merchant Marines) of our national defense.”

Enlisted personnel, § 38-2-230.