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GA HR1089

Resolution

Status

Passed

3/25/2022

Primary Sponsor

Park Cannon

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Origin

House of Representatives

2021-2022 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates March 8-15, 2022, as Georgia HBCU Week, with the intent that March 8-15 be recognized annually in the state
  • Recognizes the 10 HBCUs located in Georgia: Albany State University, Clark Atlanta University, Fort Valley State University, Interdenominational Theological Center, Morehouse College, Morehouse School of Medicine, Morris Brown College, Paine College, Savannah State University, and Spelman College
  • Notes that Georgia's HBCUs generate more than $1.3 billion in revenues and support over 12,000 jobs in their communities
  • Highlights that over 25 percent of African Americans earn their degrees from an HBCU, with these institutions offering lower tuition rates and a higher number of STEM graduates
  • Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and the press

Legislative Description

HBCU Week; March 8-15, 2022; recognize

Last Action

House Read and Adopted

3/25/2022

Full Bill Text

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