Georgia legislation · 2025-2026 Regular Session
Georgia SR834: Bangladeshi Peacekeepers in United Nations Peacekeeping Operations; recognize
Status: Passed both chambers, March 25, 2026
A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending the outstanding contributions and sacrifices of Bangladeshi peacekeepers in United Nations Peacekeeping Operations; and for other purposes.
What the bill says
A resolution Recognizing and commending the outstanding contributions and sacrifices of Bangladeshi peacekeepers in United Nations Peacekeeping Operations; and for other purposes.
From the introduced text:
A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending the outstanding contributions and sacrifices of Bangladeshi peacekeepers in United Nations Peacekeeping Operations; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, the United States recognized Bangladesh as an independent nation on April 4, 1972, marking 54 years of diplomatic relations and strengthening people to people connection between the two countries; and WHEREAS, tens of thousands of Bangladeshi Americans, including former members of the Bangladesh Army who served with distinction in United Nations Peacekeeping Missions, reside in the State of Georgia and are contributing to every sector of Georgia's economy; and WHEREAS, Bangladesh has been a leading contributor to United Nations Peacekeeping Operations since 1988, beginning with deployment of military observers during the Iran-Iraq war; and WHEREAS, Bangladesh has participated in 63 United Nations Peacekeeping Missions across 43 countries, deploying more than 200,000 uniformed personnel, predominantly from the Bangladesh Army; and S. R. LC 129 0943 WHEREAS, approximately 6,000 Bangladeshi peacekeepers are currently serving in eight ongoing missions around the world; and WHEREAS, at least 174 Bangladeshi peacekeepers have lost their lives and more than have been injured in the line of duty, demonstrating extraordinary courage, sacrifice, and commitment to global peace and security; and WHEREAS, Bangladeshi peacekeepers play a vital role not only in maintaining security but also in protecting civilians, providing humanitarian assistance, supporting infrastructure development, strengthening …
Sponsors
- Sheikh Rahman (D, 5) · primary sponsor
- Ed Harbison (D, 15)
- Shawn Still (R, 48)
- Matt Brass (R, 6)
- Michael Rhett (D, 33)
- Anderson, Tonya (D, 43)
- Jones II, Harold (D)
- Kay Kirkpatrick (R, 32)
- Chuck Payne (R, 54)
- Randy Robertson (R, 29)
- Donzella James (D, 28)
- Bo Hatchett (R, SD-050)
Latest actions
- : Senate Passed/Adopted
- : Senate Third Read
- : Senate Read Second Time
- : Senate Committee Favorably Reported
- : Senate Read and Referred
- : Senate Hopper
Votes
- Senate Vote #815 (March 25, 2026): 48 yea, 0 nay, passed
Common questions
- What is SR834?
- SR834 is a bill in the Georgia Legislature (2025-2026 Regular Session): Bangladeshi Peacekeepers in United Nations Peacekeeping Operations; recognize.
- What does SR834 do?
- In its own words: A resolution Recognizing and commending the outstanding contributions and sacrifices of Bangladeshi peacekeepers in United Nations Peacekeeping Operations; and for other purposes.
- What is the status of SR834?
- Passed both chambers as of March 25, 2026. Latest action: Senate Passed/Adopted (March 25, 2026).
- Who sponsored SR834?
- Sheikh Rahman (D, 5), with 11 co-sponsors.
- Where is the official record for SR834?
- On the Georgia Legislature website: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/73512
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