Georgia CommonsSR 585: Washington, Booker T.; honoring
Última acción: 27 de enero de 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution honors Booker T. Washington, recognizing his work in education, civil rights, and economic empowerment, including his historic ties to Georgia.
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En lenguaje claro
This resolution is a ceremonial measure passed by the Georgia Senate to honor Booker T. Washington, the educator and civil rights leader born into slavery in 1856. It recounts his contributions to Georgia, including his role at the 1895 Atlanta Exposition to the Cotton States, his advocacy that brought President Grover Cleveland to tour the Negro Building, his appearance at the Georgia Christian Worker Conference, and his $1,000 gift toward desegregating schools in Augusta, which led to a school there being named after him. The resolution also notes his role as an advisor to three U.S. presidents and his founding of the National Business League. It does not change any Georgia law; it simply directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press.
Qué hace el proyecto de ley
- Formally states that the Georgia Senate honors and uplifts the legacy of Booker T. Washington.
- Recites historical facts about Washington's contributions to education, civil rights, and Georgia specifically.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to make copies of the resolution available to the public and press.
- Creates no new law, funding, or enforceable requirement, as a ceremonial resolution.
A quién afecta
This resolution primarily affects the historical record and public recognition of Booker T. Washington. It does not impose obligations on any group of Georgians, though it involves the Georgia Senate and its Secretary, who must distribute copies of the resolution.
Por qué importa
As a ceremonial resolution, this measure has no legal effect on Georgians' daily lives. Its significance is symbolic, marking official recognition by the Georgia Senate of a historical figure's contributions to education and civil rights in Georgia and the nation.
Disposiciones clave
- The resolution's whereas clauses detail Washington's biography, including his role at the 1895 Atlanta Exposition to the Cotton States and his $1,000 gift toward school desegregation in Augusta.
- The resolved clause states the Senate's intent to honor and uplift Washington's legacy.
- A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press.
Del proyecto de ley
“NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body honor and uplift the legacy of Booker T. Washington.”
“he personally contributed $1,000 toward the desegregation of schools in Augusta, Georgia, a gift that led to the naming of the first African American school in the city as Booker T. Washington High School”
Cronología del estado
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senado)
- Senate Hopper (Senado)
Patrocinadores
- Donzella James (D, SD-028)
- RaShaun Kemp (D, SD-038)
- Kim Jackson (D, SD-041)
- Freddie Sims (D, SD-012)
Temas
- Booker T. Washington
- Georgia Senate resolution
- civil rights history
- education history
- Atlanta Exposition