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GA SR1125

Resolution

Status

Passed

3/12/2012

Primary Sponsor

Earl Carter

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Origin

Senate

2011-2012 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Recognizes and honors Michael A. Foran, Chairman of the St. Patrick's Day Parade Committee, for his efforts in organizing the 2012 St. Patrick's Day Parade in Savannah, Georgia
  • The 2012 parade marked the 188th occasion of the celebration, which was originally begun in 1824 by the Hibernian Society of Savannah 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 Savannah St. Patrick's Day Parade is recognized as among the largest Irish celebrations in the nation, drawing visitors from across the country and the world
  • Sponsored by Senators Carter of the 1st and Jackson of the 2nd districts, with the Secretary of the Senate directed to transmit a copy of the resolution to Chairman Foran

Legislative Description

Foran, Michael A.; recognize

Last Action

Senate Read and Adopted

3/12/2012

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