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GA SR830
Resolution
Status
Passed
1/27/2016
Primary Sponsor
Lester Jackson
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AI Summary
- Recognizes February 18, 2016, as Alpha Phi Alpha Day at the Georgia state capitol and commends the fraternity and its Georgia District Chapters for outstanding contributions to the nation and state
- Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., was founded on December 4, 1906, at Cornell University by seven founders known as the "Seven Jewels," based on principles of scholarship, fellowship, good character, and uplifting humanity
- Georgia District Chapters, led by 12th district director Ellis B. Albright and 21st assistant district director Corenza D. Morris, have implemented national programs and community service projects including mentoring, scholarships, affordable housing, and voter engagement initiatives
- Notable Georgia-based members include Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Mayor Maynard Jackson, Ambassador Andrew Young, Georgia Supreme Court Justice Robert Benham, and Congressman David Scott
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies of the resolution to the Georgia District Director and the Chairperson of the Political Action Committee of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
Legislative Description
Alpha Phi Alpha Day; recognize February 18
Last Action
Senate Read and Adopted
1/27/2016
Full Bill Text
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