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GA HR929

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/16/2020

Primary Sponsor

Carl Gilliard

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Origin

House of Representatives

2019-2020 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Encourages the State of Georgia to establish a Georgia Gullah Geechee Heritage Society to preserve the unique culture, heritage, and history of the Gullah Geechee people
  • Recognizes Gullah Geechee communities as demonstrating more African influences than any other long-established American population, including distinctive music, dance, and art forms
  • Aims to promote cultural heritage tourism, educate future generations, and attract scholars and visitors from around the world
  • Non-binding House Resolution sponsored by Representatives Gilliard (162nd), Scott (76th), Thomas (56th), and Stephens (164th)
  • Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make the resolution available for distribution to the public and press

Legislative Description

State of Georgia; establish Georgia Gullah Geechee Heritage Society; encourage

Last Action

House Committee Favorably Reported

2/26/2020

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