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GA SR1124
Resolution
Status
Passed
3/12/2012
Primary Sponsor
Earl Carter
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AI Summary
- Recognizes and commends the St. Patrick's Day Parade Committee for organizing the 2012 St. Patrick's Day Parade in Savannah, Georgia, marking the 188th occurrence of the event
- The celebration originated in 1824 with the Hibernian Society of Savannah, which was formed to aid early Irish immigrants to Georgia
- The St. Patrick's Day Parade Committee was formed in 1926 and had carried on the tradition for 86 years at the time of the resolution
- The parade is among the largest Irish celebrations in the nation, held in Savannah's historic district, attracting visitors from across the country and the world
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to transmit copies of the resolution to the Parade Committee chairman and the grand marshal of the 2012 parade
Legislative Description
St. Patrick's Day Parade Committee; recognize
Last Action
Senate Read and Adopted
3/12/2012
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