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GA HR1169

Resolution

Status

Passed

2/14/2018

Primary Sponsor

Mandi Ballinger

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Origin

House of Representatives

2017-2018 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Recognizes March 7, 2018, as Children's Day at the Georgia state capitol, organized by the nonprofit Voices for Georgia's Children to highlight the impact of public policy on child well-being
  • Notes that 23% of Georgia's children live in poverty and 61% of students qualify for free and reduced-price lunches
  • Acknowledges ongoing challenges for Georgia's children in health, education, family stability, and employability, with particular emphasis on children in foster care, those with disabilities, and those without family guidance
  • Highlights collaboration among multiple state agencies—including the Departments of Education, Human Services, Juvenile Justice, and Public Health—to improve outcomes for children
  • Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to distribute a copy of the resolution to Voices for Georgia's Children

Legislative Description

Children's Day at the state capitol; March 7, 2018; recognize

Last Action

House Read and Adopted

2/14/2018

Full Bill Text

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