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GA SR962

Resolution

Status

Introduced

3/16/2026

Primary Sponsor

Matt Brass

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates March 19, 2026, as Golf Day in Georgia to honor the sport's economic contributions to the state

  • Golf industry generates $5.3 billion in total economic output annually in Georgia, including $2.7 billion in labor income and $259 million in state and local taxes

  • Georgia hosts two major international golf events: the Masters Tournament and the TOUR Championship

  • Golf courses and entertainment venues support more than 24,000 jobs and contribute $1.8 billion to the state economy

  • In 2022, Georgia's golf wholesale businesses contributed $1.1 billion and retail businesses added $176 million, with major contributions from Bridgestone, PGA TOUR Superstores, and golf cart manufacturers

Legislative Description

Golf Day; recognize March 19, 2026

Last Action

Senate Hopper

3/16/2026

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