Muslim Appreciation Day; recognize February 20, 2025
This bill is a ceremonial resolution designating February 20, 2025, as "Muslim Appreciation Day" at the Georgia state capitol. It honors the contributions of Georgia's Muslim community - over 200,000 people - to the state's cultural, economic, and civic life, including fields like business, education, and public service. The resolution specifically acknowledges community leaders and organizations like IMAN Atlanta and ICNA Relief Atlanta for their work. As a symbolic gesture, it has no legal effect or policy changes, merely directing the Senate to recognize the day publicly. The resolution is currently pending in the Georgia Senate.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 17, 2025
Last action Feb 18, 2025
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Feb 18, 2025
Committee
Senate Read and Referred
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Feb 17, 2025
Introduced
Senate Hopper
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Legislator
Party
State
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P
Nabilah Parkes
DDemocratic
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