Georgia · 2026 Special Session · Resolution

SR 5: Juneteenth; the history and meaning of the Juneteenth holiday; commemorate and recognize

Passed one chamber Last action June 20, 2026: Senate Read and Adopted

Plain-language summary

SR 5 is a resolution introduced in the Georgia Senate on June 18, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Juneteenth; the history and meaning of the Juneteenth holiday; commemorate and recognize. Primary sponsor: Kim Jackson (Democratic), Harold Jones (Democratic), Freddie Sims (Democratic), Jaha Howard (Democratic), Sheikh Rahman (Democratic), Kenya Wicks (Democratic), Tonya Anderson (Democratic), Gail Davenport (Democratic), Donzella James (Democratic), Derek Mallow (Democratic), Randal Mangham (Democratic), Josh McLaurin (Democratic), Elena Parent (Democratic), Nikki Merritt (Democratic), Sonya Halpern (Democratic), Nan Orrock (Democratic), Sally Harrell (Democratic), RaShaun Kemp (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (June 20, 2026): Senate Read and Adopted.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Kim Jackson (Democratic); Harold Jones (Democratic); Freddie Sims (Democratic); Jaha Howard (Democratic); and 14 more.