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GA HR2022
Resolution
Status
Passed
3/20/2014
Primary Sponsor
Keisha Waites
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AI Summary
- Georgia House of Representatives recognizes and commends the Atlanta Humane Society, founded in 1873, as the oldest private charitable organization in Atlanta, for its commitment to preventing the neglect, abuse, and exploitation of animals in Georgia
- The organization was originally chartered to protect women, children, and animals and served as a child protection and animal welfare society for 79 years before shifting focus to pet overpopulation and adoption
- The Atlanta Humane Society operates two campuses in Atlanta and Alpharetta, with the Alpharetta location featuring a 32,000 square foot animal rescue and adoption center that opened in December 2011, supported by a $10 million capital campaign
- In October 2009, the Board of Directors created a junior board, the 1873 Society Club, composed of young professionals and philanthropists dedicated to fundraising and awareness
- The Clerk of the House of Representatives is directed to transmit a copy of the resolution to the Atlanta Humane Society
Legislative Description
Atlanta Humane Society; commend
Last Action
House Read and Adopted
3/20/2014
Full Bill Text
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