Georgia 2025-2026 Regular Session

Georgia Senate Bill SR1095

Introduced
4/1/26  
Enrolled
4/2/26  

Caption

Scattering Resources, Inc.; recognize and commend

Summary

Senate Resolution 1095 is a ceremonial resolution that recognizes and commends Scattering Resources, Inc., a nonprofit founded in 2009 by Dr. Tamara L. Moore. The resolution describes the organization’s origins in response to the 2008 Northern Haiti mudslides and the 2010 Haiti earthquake, and highlights its ongoing work to provide hygiene kits, clothing, school supplies, disaster relief, and empowerment workshops in Georgia, the United States, and Haiti. The resolution emphasizes the organization’s focus on hygiene insecurity and basic-needs support, noting that many people must choose between hygiene products and other necessities such as food, rent, and utilities. It also states that Scattering Resources, Inc. has served more than 10,000 individuals since its founding. The measure directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide an official copy of the resolution to the organization.

Impact

SR1095 does not change state law, create new programs, or appropriate funds. Its legal effect is limited to an official legislative commendation, with no impact on statutes, regulatory authority, or public benefits eligibility. The practical impact is symbolic recognition of a nonprofit’s humanitarian and community service work, particularly in the areas of hygiene assistance, disaster response, and poverty alleviation.

Sentiment

The sentiment around the resolution is strongly positive and appreciative. The bill text frames Scattering Resources, Inc. as an organization providing dignified, tangible help to vulnerable people and portrays its work as both compassionate and effective. Because the measure is a commendation resolution and there is no recorded opposition, the available context suggests broad, noncontroversial support.

Contention

There is no notable policy contention in the available record. The resolution is honorary rather than substantive, so it does not appear to have generated debate over spending, regulation, or program design. Any discussion implied by the text centers on the importance of hygiene insecurity, disaster relief, and nonprofit community support, but no opposing viewpoints or amendments are shown.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

GA HR1956

Scattering Resources, Incorporated, and its Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Tamara L. Moore; 16 years of extraordinary dedication to the homeless and disadvantaged communities of Atlanta, Georgia, and beyond; commend

GA HR52

Veterans Outreach; recognize and commend for services provided to veterans.

GA SB1793

CREMATION-SCATTERING AREA

GA HCR0029

Recognizing the Divine Nine chapters of Indiana.

GA SR7

Recognizing January 1, 2025 As Haitian Independence Day In The State Of Delaware.

GA HR52

This resolution recognizes the necessity and work of those who create LGBTQIA+ community spaces with the goals of equality and commends those who foster community partnerships between marginalized groups and local resources.

GA J01609

Commending In Our Own Voices, Inc. in recognition of its outstanding service and advocacy on behalf of Black and Latine LGBTQ+ communities during Black History Month 2026

GA J01976

Commending the 7th Annual Haitian Culture Day Parade and Festival on May 9, 2026

GA SR137

COMMENDATIONS: Commends and recognizes U.S. Highway 80 for historical significance.

GA HR668

Georgia Haitian-American Chamber of Commerce Inc.; commend

Similar Bills

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