Loading chat...

GA HR1338

Resolution

Status

Passed

2/23/2018

Primary Sponsor

Teri Anulewicz

Click for details

Origin

House of Representatives

2017-2018 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Georgia House of Representatives recognizes and commends the Junior League of Atlanta, Inc., for serving as a catalyst for community change in Atlanta for over a century since its founding by 45 women in 1916
  • The organization has grown to 3,500 members, making it the third largest Junior League in the nation, and provides 75,000 hours of dedicated service to 82+ community partners
  • Focus areas include commercial sexual exploitation of children, human trafficking, generational poverty, and early childhood education, with key contributions such as advocating for the Safe Harbor for Sexually Exploited Children Fund and creating the Atlanta Speech School, Atlanta Children's Shelter, and CHRIS Kids
  • In April 2017, the Junior League of Atlanta made a $1 million centennial gift to the community to mark its new century of service
  • The Clerk of the House of Representatives is directed to provide a copy of the resolution to the Junior League of Atlanta, Inc.

Legislative Description

Junior League of Atlanta, Inc.; serving as a catalyst for community change in Atlanta; commend

Last Action

House Read and Adopted

2/23/2018

Full Bill Text

No bill text available