Georgia SR1022: 2026 Walk for Peace; honor

What the bill says

A resolution Honoring the 2026 Walk for Peace; and for other purposes.

From the introduced text:

A RESOLUTION Honoring the 2026 Walk for Peace; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, in a time of great change and reflection for our nation, people across Texas and the United States are seeking ways to promote unity, healing, and peace in our communities; and WHEREAS, the 2026 Walk for Peace was a 2,300-mile spiritual and patriotic pilgrimage that began at the Huong Dao Vipassana Bhavana Center in Fort Worth, Texas, and traveled on foot through nine states to the White House in Washington, D.C.; and WHEREAS, this historic journey was led by Bhikkhu Pannakara, accompanied by Buddhist monks, and Aloka, the "Peace Dog," embodying the timeless values of the Buddhist tradition-wisdom, compassion, and mindfulness while also honoring deeply held American principles of unity, personal responsibility, and mutual respect; and WHEREAS, this mindful journey sought to promote compassion, unity, and community healing through peaceful presence, intentional walking, and engagement with local residents; and S. R. 1022 LC 112 3721 WHEREAS, during this critical time when communities across our nation are facing rising mental health challenges, divisions, and global uncertainty, the 2026 Walk for Peace serves as a reminder that peace is not merely a destination but a practice that begins within and radiates outward to families, communities, and nations; and WHEREAS, ending on February 11, 2026, the Walk for Peace represented …

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Sponsors

• Sheikh Rahman (D, 5) · primary sponsor
• Nan Orrock (D, 36)
• Ed Harbison (D, 15)
• Howard, Jaha (D, 35)
• Michael Rhett (D, 33)
• RaShaun Kemp (D, 38)
• Kenya Wicks (D, 34)
• Gail Davenport (D, 17)
• Randal Mangham (D, 55)
• Nikki Merritt (D, 9)
• Derek Mallow (D, 2)
• Emanuel Jones (D, 10)

Latest actions

1. March 25, 2026: Senate Read and Adopted
2. March 23, 2026: Senate Hopper

Common questions

What is SR1022?

SR1022 is a bill in the Georgia Legislature (2025-2026 Regular Session): 2026 Walk for Peace; honor.

What does SR1022 do?

In its own words: A resolution Honoring the 2026 Walk for Peace; and for other purposes.

What is the status of SR1022?

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

Who sponsored SR1022?

Sheikh Rahman (D, 5), with 11 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for SR1022?

On the Georgia Legislature website: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74375