Georgia CommonsHR 1161: Latino Day at the state capitol; February 5, 2026; recognize
Última acción: 29 de enero de 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution designates February 5, 2026 as Latino Day at the state capitol, honoring the contributions of Georgia's Latino residents.
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En lenguaje claro
This resolution does not change any Georgia law. It is a ceremonial statement from the House of Representatives recognizing February 5, 2026 as Latino Day at the state capitol. The bill's text lists a series of statements about Georgia's Latino community, including its size, workforce participation, presence in industries like agriculture, construction, healthcare, and hospitality, the share of Latino children born in the United States, entrepreneurship, and growing civic participation. The resolution formally states that House members recognize this day and directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make copies available to the public and press. It carries no funding, penalties, or enforceable requirements.
Qué hace el proyecto de ley
- Formally recognizes February 5, 2026 as Latino Day at the state capitol through a House resolution.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press.
- Contains no changes to Georgia statutes, no funding, and no enforceable legal requirements.
A quién afecta
This resolution mainly affects Georgia's Latino community by publicly recognizing its contributions. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who must prepare and distribute copies, but it does not impose any obligations on businesses, agencies, or individuals.
Por qué importa
While the resolution has no legal effect on Georgia law, it represents an official acknowledgment by the state House of the size and contributions of Georgia's Latino population, and creates a designated day of recognition observed at the state capitol.
Disposiciones clave
- The resolution's whereas clauses describe Georgia's Latino population, including workforce participation, industry representation, and school district demographics.
- The resolved clause states that House members recognize February 5, 2026 as Latino Day at the state capitol.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make copies available for public and press distribution.
Del proyecto de ley
“the members of this body recognize February 5, 2026, as Latino Day at the state capitol.”
“Georgia is home to more than one million residents of Latin American heritage”
Cronología del estado
- House Read and Adopted (Cámara de Representantes)
- House First Readers (Cámara de Representantes)
- House Hopper (Cámara de Representantes)
Patrocinadores
- Saira Draper (D, HD-090)
Temas
- Latino community
- state capitol recognition day
- Georgia House resolution
- cultural heritage