Georgia Senate Bill SR436

Georgia 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/20/25
• Enrolled: 3/21/25
• Passed: 3/21/25

Caption

2025 Georgia Single Parent "Legacy Builders" Recognition and Awards finalists; recognize

Summary

Senate Resolution 436 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing and commending the 2025 Georgia Single Parent "Legacy Builders" Recognition and Awards finalists and several named award recipients. It highlights the purpose of the annual awards program, which was created to honor the dedication, resilience, and accomplishments of single parents in Georgia regardless of background or economic status. The resolution also references related award categories, including the "Overcomer Founder" Award, the "Ruth Brewster Endurance" Award, and the newly introduced Historian Award. The resolution names specific honorees across categories such as education, medical and health, community service, business ownership, public service, faith-based leadership, and arts and entertainment. It also acknowledges the broader social value of single parents and the challenges they face, framing the awards as a way to celebrate perseverance, leadership, and positive contributions to families and communities. The Senate directs that copies of the resolution be distributed to the recipients.

Impact

SR 436 does not change state law, create new rights, or appropriate funds; it is a nonbinding recognition measure. Its practical effect is to formally commend the 2025 award finalists and recipients and to reinforce the state’s prior recognition of March 21 as Georgia Single Parent Day. The resolution may also help elevate public awareness of single-parent families and the community organizations and leaders involved in the awards program.

Sentiment

The sentiment around the resolution is strongly positive and celebratory. The text emphasizes gratitude, respect, and admiration for single parents and their contributions, and there is no recorded committee debate or vote opposition in the provided materials. The resolution presents the awards as a fitting and proper tribute to resilience and service.

Contention

There is no notable policy contention reflected in the bill text or the provided legislative history. Because the measure is purely honorary, it does not appear to raise disputes over funding, regulation, or legal change. Any differences in emphasis would likely be limited to the selection of honorees or award categories rather than the resolution’s purpose itself.