Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 74) adopted by the House on January 28, 2025, to honor Dr. Evelyn Gibson Lowery. It recognizes her lifelong civil rights work, including founding SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. Inc. to address health disparities and empower women, creating the Civil Rights Heritage Tour, and championing AIDS/HIV education in Black communities. The resolution formally expresses the House's gratitude for her contributions to justice and equity. It has no policy impact or funding provisions, serving solely as a commemorative tribute.
Rep. Mekyah McQueen
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A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 40-2-86 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to license plates promoting or supporting certain agencies, funds, or nonprofit corporations with proceeds disbursed to the general fund and the agency, fund, or nonprofit corporation, so as to establish a specialty license plate honoring Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.; to provide for related matters; to provide for compliance with constitutional requirements; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
A RESOLUTION commending Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. for its 112 years of service and recognizing January 13, 2025, as Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. Founders Day; and for other purposes.
A RESOLUTION honoring and celebrating Representative Rhonda Burnough on her 50th Anniversary as a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated; and for other purposes.