GA SR729

Georgia Senate Resolution 729 honors former President Barack Obama during Black History Month, recognizing his achievements as the 44th President, first Black President, first Black editor of the Harvard Law Review, and 2009 Nobel Peace Prize recipient.

Condemns racist attacks Obama faced throughout his career, including the "birther" movement that sought to delegitimize his presidency.

References a 2026 incident where the sitting U.S. President posted a video containing "offensive and racist tropes," which U.S. Senator Tim Scott described as "the most racist thing I've seen out of this White House."

Affirms the Georgia Senate's commitment to principles of equality, justice, and respect while condemning racist rhetoric from any source, including the President of the United States.

Directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press.