Georgia HR2038: Locust Grove Day at the state capitol; March 12, 2026; recognize

What the bill says

A resolution Recognizing March 12, 2026, as Locust Grove Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.

From the introduced text:

A RESOLUTION Recognizing March 12, 2026, as Locust Grove Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, established on December 20, 1893, the City of Locust Grove, Georgia, developed as a center of commerce along a busy rail line, supporting an agricultural community through farm-to-market transportation and essential services such as a cotton gin, hardware store, grocery stores, and a community bank; and WHEREAS, in the early years of its growth, the city expanded with the establishment of the Locust Grove Institute, a private college founded by and adjacent to Providence Indian Creek Baptist Church, which contributed to the development of housing and infrastructure to support students, educators, and staff; and WHEREAS, by the early 1970s, the city entered a new period of expansion as a developing exurb of Atlanta, with growth fueled by its proximity to Interstate 75, the addition of the Skyland Lake Subdivision, and the creation of new hospitality and service businesses; and WHEREAS, since 2000, Locust Grove has experienced substantial growth in both population and land area, expanding to more than 15 square miles with over 11,749 residents and H. R. 2038 LC 112 4188 establishing itself as a growing center for logistics and manufacturing within the metropolitan region; and WHEREAS, the city's growing economic strength is demonstrated by a tax digest exceeding $1 …

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Sponsors

• Mary Ann Santos (D, 117) · primary sponsor
• Noelle Kahaian (R, 81)
• Demetrius Douglas (D, 78)
• El-Mahdi Holly (D, 116)

Latest actions

1. March 31, 2026: House Read and Adopted
2. March 31, 2026: House First Readers
3. March 31, 2026: House Hopper

Common questions

What is HR2038?

HR2038 is a bill in the Georgia Legislature (2025-2026 Regular Session): Locust Grove Day at the state capitol; March 12, 2026; recognize.

What does HR2038 do?

In its own words: A resolution Recognizing March 12, 2026, as Locust Grove Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.

What is the status of HR2038?

Passed both chambers as of March 31, 2026. Latest action: House Read and Adopted (March 31, 2026).

Who sponsored HR2038?

Mary Ann Santos (D, 117), with 3 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for HR2038?

On the Georgia Legislature website: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74658