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GA SR754
Resolution
Status
Passed
2/13/2018
Primary Sponsor
Chuck Payne
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AI Summary
- Recognizes and commends Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church (AMEC) in Dalton, Georgia, on its 150th anniversary, celebrated on Sunday, February 25, 2018
- AMEC originated as a grape arbor congregation shortly after emancipation in 1866 and formally obtained property on Spring Street in 1868 for $50 on behalf of Mr. Peter Patrick
- AMEC is the oldest Black church in Dalton, Georgia
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to Bethel AMEC
Legislative Description
Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church (AMEC); recognize 150th anniversary
Last Action
Senate Read and Adopted
2/13/2018
Full Bill Text
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