Georgia HR1097: Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. Day; November 3, 2025; recognize

What the bill says

A resolution Recognizing November 3, 2025, as Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. Day; and for other purposes.

From the introduced text:

A RESOLUTION Recognizing November 3, 2025, as Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. Day; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. (YAP) was founded on November 3, 1975, with a bold mission to provide community-based alternatives to institutional care for young people and families, transforming lives and empowering communities; and WHEREAS, over the past 50 years, YAP has become a global leader in innovative and effective advocacy, serving youth and families in urban, suburban, rural, and exurban communities by providing individualized, strength-based services that keep families together; and WHEREAS, YAP's unique evidence-based model includes a commitment to a "no eject, no reject" policy, ensuring that every young person and family receives the support they need without exclusion; and WHEREAS, YAP's work has successfully reduced reliance on out-of-home placements such as detention centers, residential treatment facilities, and correctional placements, offering H. R. 1097 LC 112 3697 cost-effective solutions that prioritize the well-being of youth, families, and communities; and WHEREAS, YAP's holistic approach to youth and family advocacy has fostered resilience, created economic opportunities through workforce development, and built safer, stronger communities across the nation and around the world; and WHEREAS, the year 2025 marks the 50th Anniversary of YAP's impactful service, celebrating decades of advancing equity, justice, and positive outcomes for countless individuals. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE …

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Sponsors

• Tremaine Reese (D, 140) · primary sponsor
• Phil Olaleye (D, 59)
• Howard, Karlton (D, 129)
• Dexter Sharper (D, 177)
• Omari Crawford (D, 89)

Latest actions

1. March 3, 2026: House Committee Favorably Reported By Substitute
2. January 27, 2026: House Read and Adopted
3. January 27, 2026: House First Readers
4. January 27, 2026: House Hopper

Common questions

What is HR1097?

HR1097 is a bill in the Georgia Legislature (2025-2026 Regular Session): Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. Day; November 3, 2025; recognize.

What does HR1097 do?

In its own words: A resolution Recognizing November 3, 2025, as Youth Advocate Programs, Inc. Day; and for other purposes.

What is the status of HR1097?

Passed both chambers as of January 27, 2026. Latest action: House Committee Favorably Reported By Substitute (March 3, 2026).

Who sponsored HR1097?

Tremaine Reese (D, 140), with 4 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for HR1097?

On the Georgia Legislature website: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/72448