Georgia HR1382: Georgia Runs on Trucking Day; March 18, 2026; recognize

What the bill says

A resolution Recognizing March 18, 2026, as Georgia Runs on Trucking Day; and for other purposes.

From the introduced text:

A RESOLUTION Recognizing March 18, 2026, as Georgia Runs on Trucking Day; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, the trucking industry is essential to the economic vitality, public safety, and quality of life of the State of Georgia, moving more than 70 percent of all domestic freight and ensuring that goods, food, fuel, and critical supplies reach Georgia's communities every day; and WHEREAS, Georgia's trucking industry supports more than 333,000 jobs statewide-approximately one in every twelve jobs-and pays $19.3 billion annually in wages, while serving as a cornerstone of Georgia's nationally recognized logistics and freight economy; and WHEREAS, more than three-quarters of Georgia communities depend exclusively on trucks to move their goods, and nearly all manufactured products in Georgia- approximately 96.9 percent of manufactured tonnage- are transported by truck at some point in the supply chain; and WHEREAS, the Georgia Trucking Association, for more than 90 years, has served as the unified voice of Georgia's trucking industry by advocating for safety, productivity, and H. R. 1382 LC 129 1091 efficiency; supporting professional drivers and motor carriers; and strengthening the industry through leadership, education, and service; and WHEREAS, Georgia's trucking companies and professional drivers continue to demonstrate resilience, professionalism, and a strong commitment to safety while navigating a dynamic operating environment shaped by economic cycles, congestion, workforce transitions, and rising costs; and …

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Sponsors

• Rick Jasperse (R, 11) · primary sponsor
• Brent Cox (R, 28)
• Joe Campbell (R, HD-171)
• Leesa Hagan (R, 156)
• Mike Cheokas (R, 151)

Latest actions

1. February 17, 2026: House Read and Adopted
2. February 17, 2026: House First Readers
3. February 17, 2026: House Hopper

Common questions

What is HR1382?

HR1382 is a bill in the Georgia Legislature (2025-2026 Regular Session): Georgia Runs on Trucking Day; March 18, 2026; recognize.

What does HR1382 do?

In its own words: A resolution Recognizing March 18, 2026, as Georgia Runs on Trucking Day; and for other purposes.

What is the status of HR1382?

Passed both chambers as of February 17, 2026. Latest action: House Read and Adopted (February 17, 2026).

Who sponsored HR1382?

Rick Jasperse (R, 11), with 4 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for HR1382?

On the Georgia Legislature website: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/73313