Georgia Senate Bill SR40

Georgia 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/27/25
• Enrolled: 1/29/25
• Passed: 1/29/25

Caption

Georgia Center for Civic Engagement and ENGAGE: Youth in Government; recognize

Summary

Senate Resolution 40 is a commemorative resolution recognizing and commending the Georgia Center for Civic Engagement and ENGAGE: Youth in Government for their work in promoting civic participation among Georgia students. The resolution highlights the Georgia Youth Assembly, a model state legislature for high school students established in 1946, and notes that it allows participants to serve in roles such as legislators, justices, attorneys, media members, and lobbyists. It also references student leadership positions within the Youth Assembly, including Youth Governor, Lieutenant Governor, and Speaker of the House. The resolution emphasizes the educational value of the Youth Assembly and related programs, describing them as opportunities for students to learn the legislative process, understand state government, and develop future civic leadership skills. It specifically notes the involvement of JROTC units and the broader mission of preparing students for public service and government careers. The measure is honorary in nature and does not create or amend substantive law.

Impact

SR40 has no direct legal or regulatory impact on Georgia statutes, state agencies, or private parties. It is a ceremonial Senate resolution that formally praises an organization and its youth civic education programs, and it authorizes distribution of the resolution to the Georgia Center for Civic Engagement. Its practical effect is symbolic recognition and public encouragement of civic engagement and student participation in government education programs.

Sentiment

The sentiment around SR40 is strongly positive and supportive. The resolution itself is written in commendatory language, and the available context shows no recorded opposition, committee controversy, or negative votes. It reflects broad appreciation for youth civic education, leadership development, and the long-running Georgia Youth Assembly program.

Contention

There is no notable contention reflected in the bill text or the available legislative history. Because SR40 is a nonbinding recognition resolution, it does not appear to raise policy disputes, fiscal concerns, or statutory conflicts. The only substantive focus is on celebrating the Georgia Center for Civic Engagement, ENGAGE: Youth in Government, and the students who participate in the Youth Assembly.