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GA SR1013
Resolution
Status
Passed
2/18/2016
Primary Sponsor
Emanuel Jones
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AI Summary
- Recognizes February 22, 2016, as Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Day at the Georgia state capitol and commends the fraternity for its contributions
- Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., was founded on January 5, 1911, at Indiana University by ten African-American men and currently has over 130,000 members on college campuses and in graduate chapters worldwide
- The fraternity operates under the theme "Training for Leadership" and promotes intellectual development and human achievement through youth programs including Kappa League, Guide Right, Kappa Kamp, and the Undergraduate Leadership Institute
- The Southeastern Province, covering South Carolina, Georgia, and South Africa, was formed in 1951 as 1 of 12 provinces and has promoted patriotism, civic responsibility, and advocacy against discriminatory laws affecting African-American males
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.
Legislative Description
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Day; recognize February 22
Last Action
Senate Read and Adopted
2/18/2016
Full Bill Text
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