Georgia CommonsSR 412: Atlanta Court Appointed Special Advocates; recognize
Última acción: 20 de marzo de 2025 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution honors Atlanta Court Appointed Special Advocates for 30 years of work advocating for children in foster care and the child welfare system.
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En lenguaje claro
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate, not a change to state law. It recognizes Atlanta Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), an organization founded in 1995 that trains volunteers to advocate for children who have experienced abuse or neglect, often those in foster care. The resolution commends the organization on its 30th anniversary, thanks its volunteers and staff, and wishes it continued success. It also directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for the organization. The resolution does not create any new programs, funding, or legal requirements; it is a formal statement of recognition.
Qué hace el proyecto de ley
- Formally recognizes and commends Atlanta Court Appointed Special Advocates on its 30th anniversary.
- Expresses the Senate's gratitude for the organization's volunteer advocacy work with children in foster care.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to the organization.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement; it is a symbolic statement by the Senate.
A quién afecta
The resolution directly names Atlanta Court Appointed Special Advocates, its volunteers, staff, and supporters. It has no legal effect on other Georgians, agencies, or organizations beyond this formal recognition.
Por qué importa
The resolution carries no legal or financial consequences; it does not change any Georgia law or provide funding. Its significance is symbolic, giving public recognition from the state Senate to a volunteer organization that supports children in the child welfare system.
Disposiciones clave
- The resolution recites the history of Atlanta CASA, founded in 1995, and its work advocating for children who have experienced abuse or neglect.
- The Senate resolves to recognize and commend the organization and express gratitude for its service.
- The Secretary of the Senate is directed to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to the organization.
Del proyecto de ley
“Atlanta Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) has faithfully served the children and families of Atlanta for 30 years, advocating for the best interests of children who have experienced abuse or neglect”
Cronología del estado
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senado)
- Senate Hopper (Senado)
Patrocinadores
- Nan Orrock (D, SD-036)
- Kenya Wicks (D, SD-034)
- Gail Davenport (D, SD-017)
- Randal Mangham (D, SD-055)
- Emanuel Jones (D, SD-010)
- Nikki Merritt (D, SD-009)
- Kay Kirkpatrick (R, SD-032)
- Jason Esteves (D, SD-035)
- Michael Rhett (D, SD-033)
- Brandon Beach (R, SD-021)
- RaShaun Kemp (D, SD-038)
- Chuck Payne (R, SD-054)
- Colton Moore (R, SD-053)
- Ed Harbison (D, SD-015)
- Derek Mallow (D, SD-002)
- Randy Robertson (R, SD-029)
Temas
- child welfare
- foster care
- volunteer advocacy
- legislative recognition