GA HR1161

Recognizes February 5, 2026, as Latino Day at the Georgia state capitol

Acknowledges Georgia's more than one million Latino residents, who participate in the workforce at higher rates than any other demographic group

Notes over 90% of Latino children in Georgia are U.S.-born citizens, comprising nearly 1 in 5 Pre-K-12 students, with concentrations in Dalton (72%), Gainesville (62%), Hall (50%), Echols (46%), Gwinnett (35%), and DeKalb (21%) school districts

Highlights Latino contributions across agricultural, construction, manufacturing, healthcare, hospitality, and retail sectors

Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press