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GA HR1657
Resolution
Status
Passed
3/26/2024
Primary Sponsor
Scott Hilton
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AI Summary
- Recognizes March 26, 2024, as Pickleball Day at the Georgia state capitol
- Notes pickleball was invented in 1965 on Bainbridge Island, Washington, by Congressman Joel Pritchard and businessman Bill Bell, and was named the fastest-growing sport in the U.S. in 2021, 2022, and 2023 by the Sports and Fitness Industry Association with more than 13.6 million players
- Highlights Southern Pickleball as Georgia's largest member-based pickleball organization with over 6,000 members, operating events and tournaments across eight southern states
- Notes the 2024 Southeastern Championships are planned at the Rhythm and Rally Sports and Event Center in Macon, Georgia, expected to attract more than 1,000 players
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make copies of the resolution available for public and press distribution
Legislative Description
Pickleball Day at the state capitol; March 26, 2024; recognize
Last Action
House Read and Adopted
3/26/2024
Full Bill Text
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