Georgia SR1043: America 250 Day; recognize April 1, 2026

What the bill says

A resolution Recognizing April 1, 2026, as America 250 Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.

From the introduced text:

A RESOLUTION Recognizing April 1, 2026, as America 250 Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, July 4, 2026, marks the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence, a historic moment that established the United States of America as a nation founded on the principles of freedom, liberty, and justice for all; and WHEREAS, in its 250 years of growth and development, the United States has charted a unique path in the history of civilization, remaining committed to the rights of the individual and a representative system of government built on checks and balances that has weathered and celebrated two and a half centuries of human struggle, challenge, cultural evolution, and new births of freedom; and WHEREAS, in that rich and storied history, the State of Georgia has played a key role in the growth of the United States, from a loose collection of colonies to the greatest nation on earth; and WHEREAS, under the leadership of James Oglethorpe, Georgia became the 13th and final colony established by the British Empire in 1732; and S. R. 1043 LC 112 4031 WHEREAS, the City of Savannah was established in 1733 as the first settlement of the Georgia colony and remains one of the most historically significant cities in the United States, including serving as the …

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Sponsors

• Bo Hatchett (R, SD-050) · primary sponsor
• Jason Anavitarte (R, 31)
• Larry Walker (R, 20)
• Randy Robertson (R, 29)
• Ed Setzler (R, 37)
• Gail Davenport (D, 17)
• Blake Tillery (R, 19)
• Sally Harrell (D, 40)
• Drew Echols (R, 49)
• Ricky Williams (R, 25)
• Randal Mangham (D, 55)
• Timothy Bearden (R, 30)

Latest actions

1. March 27, 2026: Senate Read and Adopted
2. March 25, 2026: Senate Hopper

Common questions

What is SR1043?

SR1043 is a bill in the Georgia Legislature (2025-2026 Regular Session): America 250 Day; recognize April 1, 2026.

What does SR1043 do?

In its own words: A resolution Recognizing April 1, 2026, as America 250 Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.

What is the status of SR1043?

Passed both chambers as of March 27, 2026. Latest action: Senate Read and Adopted (March 27, 2026).

Who sponsored SR1043?

Bo Hatchett (R, SD-050), with 11 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for SR1043?

On the Georgia Legislature website: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74431