Georgia HR1553: Toliver, Ms. Pearlie; life, leadership, and enduring contributions; role in advancing civil rights, community development, economic empowerment, and leadership in the Macon-Bibb region; commend

What the bill says

A resolution Commending the life, leadership, and enduring contributions of Ms. Pearlie Toliver and her role in advancing civil rights, community development, economic empowerment, and leadership in the Macon-Bibb region; and for other purposes.

From the introduced text:

A RESOLUTION Commending the life, leadership, and enduring contributions of Ms. Pearlie Toliver and her role in advancing civil rights, community development, economic empowerment, and leadership in the Macon-Bibb region; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, Ms. Pearlie Toliver was a distinguished Mercer University alumna who, in 1965, enrolled in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and became one of the first Black female students to help integrate the university during a pivotal era in higher education and civil rights; and WHEREAS, Mercer University was among the first private colleges in Georgia to voluntarily desegregate, and Ms. Toliver's courage to attend and persevere in a climate of intense social and racial challenge stands as a testament to her character and commitment to equality; and WHEREAS, prior to attending Mercer University, Ms. Toliver was also among the first African American students to be involved in integrating public schools in Macon-Bibb County, breaking barriers and setting an example for future generations; and H. R. 1553 LC 129 1339 WHEREAS, during Mercer's 2023 Founders' Day celebration marking the 60th anniversary of the university's integration, Ms. Toliver returned to deliver an inspirational address reflecting on her experiences, resilience, personal growth, and dedication to academic excellence and community service; and WHEREAS, following her graduation, Ms. Toliver enjoyed a successful and impactful 37-year career in retail …

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Sponsors

• Tangie Herring (D, 145) · primary sponsor
• Anissa Jones (D, HD-143)
• Miriam Paris (D, 142)

Latest actions

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

Common questions

What is HR1553?

HR1553 is a bill in the Georgia Legislature (2025-2026 Regular Session): Toliver, Ms. Pearlie; life, leadership, and enduring contributions; role in advancing civil rights, community development, economic empowerment, and leadership in the Macon-Bibb region; commend.

What does HR1553 do?

In its own words: A resolution Commending the life, leadership, and enduring contributions of Ms. Pearlie Toliver and her role in advancing civil rights, community development, economic empowerment, and leadership in the Macon-Bibb region; and for other purposes.

What is the status of HR1553?

Passed both chambers as of March 3, 2026. Latest action: House Read and Adopted (March 3, 2026).

Who sponsored HR1553?

Tangie Herring (D, 145), with 2 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for HR1553?

On the Georgia Legislature website: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/73826