Georgia HR1895: Importance of voluntary community based resource recovery efforts through the RESCUER initiative and the utilization of digital platforms to facilitate food sharing within local communities; recognize

What the bill says

A resolution Recognizing the importance of voluntary community based resource recovery efforts through the RESCUER initiative and the utilization of digital platforms to facilitate food sharing within local communities; and for other purposes.

From the introduced text:

A RESOLUTION Recognizing the importance of voluntary community based resource recovery efforts through the RESCUER initiative and the utilization of digital platforms to facilitate food sharing within local communities; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, communities across Georgia regularly discard edible food while individuals and families within those same communities may experience food insecurity; and WHEREAS, the concept known as the Georgia Resource Exchange and Sharing for Community Uplift and Emergency Resilience (RESCUER) initiative promotes voluntary community based sharing of edible food through digital platforms that connect local residents, food banks, restaurants, grocery stores, and other retailers within a local community; and WHEREAS, voluntary food recovery efforts can reduce food waste while expanding access to edible food within local communities; and WHEREAS, many communities have expressed interest in voluntary programs that connect local residents, food banks, restaurants, grocery stores, and other retailers to facilitate food sharing; and H. R. 1895 LC 61 0503 WHEREAS, digital platforms can assist communities in organizing voluntary food sharing programs while allowing participation to be limited to members of a local community; and WHEREAS, voluntary coordination among community members can strengthen local resilience, reduce unnecessary food waste, and support efforts to address hunger within local communities. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body recognize the importance of …

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Sponsors

• Segun Adeyina (D) · primary sponsor
• Jones, Todd (R, 25)
• Long Tran (D, 80)
• Stacey Evans (D, 57)
• Brad Thomas (R, HD-021)

Latest actions

1. March 25, 2026: House Read and Adopted
2. March 25, 2026: House First Readers
3. March 25, 2026: House Hopper

Common questions

What is HR1895?

HR1895 is a bill in the Georgia Legislature (2025-2026 Regular Session): Importance of voluntary community based resource recovery efforts through the RESCUER initiative and the utilization of digital platforms to facilitate food sharing within local communities; recognize.

What does HR1895 do?

In its own words: A resolution Recognizing the importance of voluntary community based resource recovery efforts through the RESCUER initiative and the utilization of digital platforms to facilitate food sharing within local communities; and for other purposes.

What is the status of HR1895?

Passed both chambers as of March 25, 2026. Latest action: House Read and Adopted (March 25, 2026).

Who sponsored HR1895?

Segun Adeyina (D), with 4 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for HR1895?

On the Georgia Legislature website: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74443