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GA SR715

Resolution

Status

Passed

3/16/2022

Primary Sponsor

Ed Harbison

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Origin

Senate

2021-2022 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Georgia Senate recognizes and commends Mike Roberts for decades of service as a distinguished radio personality and champion of African American music and cultural affairs
  • Honors the broader legacy of Black radio personalities who, since 1929, have promoted African American secular music (jazz, blues, pop, R&B) and spiritual music (Gospel)
  • Acknowledges Black radio broadcasters' role as social engineers promoting civil rights, voter registration, economic development, and academic achievement
  • Joins WCEG Network Incorporated and the Georgia Legislative Black Caucus in saluting Black radio personalities and calls upon all Georgians to study, reflect on, and celebrate African American music during June's African American Music Appreciation Month (established by President Jimmy Carter in 1979)
  • Directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide an appropriate copy of the resolution to Mike Roberts

Legislative Description

Roberts, Mike; recognize

Last Action

Senate Read and Adopted

3/16/2022

Full Bill Text

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