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GA SR895
Resolution
Status
Passed
2/23/2018
Primary Sponsor
Nan Orrock
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AI Summary
- Recognizes February 5, 2018, as Transit Equity Day at the Georgia state capitol, framing transit equity as an issue of social, economic, and environmental justice for all Georgia citizens
- Honors the legacy of Rosa Parks, whose birthday is celebrated on February 4, and her role in the Civil Rights Movement's connection to public transportation
- Notes that Georgia and its counties and cities are planning to spend billions of dollars to expand MARTA (Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority) transit services
- Acknowledges ongoing efforts by Metropolitan Atlanta leaders and residents to form alliances ensuring transit dollars are spent equitably across all neighborhoods
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to make copies of the resolution available for public and press distribution
Legislative Description
Transit Equity Day; recognize February 5, 2018
Last Action
Senate Read and Adopted
2/23/2018
Full Bill Text
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