Georgia legislation · Georgia 2026 Special Session
Georgia HR57: South Africa National Football Team; competing in the 2026 FIFA World Cup; recognize
Status: Passed both chambers, June 23, 2026
A RESOLUTION recognizing and honoring the South Africa National Football Team for qualifying for and competing in the 2026 FIFA World Cup; and for other purposes.
What the bill says
A resolution Recognizing and honoring the South Africa National Football Team for qualifying for and competing in the 2026 FIFA World Cup; and for other purposes.
From the introduced text:
A RESOLUTION Recognizing and honoring the South Africa National Football Team for qualifying for and competing in the 2026 FIFA World Cup; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, the people of the State of Georgia join football supporters throughout the world in celebrating the achievement of the South Africa National Football Team, known proudly as Bafana Bafana, in qualifying for and competing in the 2026 FIFA World Cup; and WHEREAS, the Republic of South Africa has long been a leader on the African continent and a respected participant in international sport, with football serving as a powerful force for national unity, social progress, and cultural pride; and WHEREAS, South Africa made history as the first African nation to host the FIFA World Cup in 2010, showcasing the nation's hospitality, organizational excellence, and commitment to advancing the global game while creating a lasting legacy for football throughout Africa; and WHEREAS, the South Africa National Football Team has consistently demonstrated perseverance, determination, resilience, and sportsmanship in international competition, H. R. 57EX LC 112 4339 inspiring millions of supporters across South Africa, the African continent, and throughout the global South African diaspora; and WHEREAS, the South Africa National Football Team is supported by the leadership of South African Football Association President Dr. Danny Jordaan and Chief Executive Officer Ms. Lydia Monyepao, whose dedication to …
Sponsors
- Segun Adeyina (D) · primary sponsor
- Ron Stephens (R, 164)
- Phil Olaleye (D, 59)
- Terry Cummings (D, 39)
- Arlene Beckles (D)
- Solomon Adesanya (D)
Latest actions
- : House Read and Adopted
- : House First Readers
- : House Hopper
Common questions
- What is HR57?
- HR57 is a bill in the Georgia Legislature (Georgia 2026 Special Session): South Africa National Football Team; competing in the 2026 FIFA World Cup; recognize.
- What does HR57 do?
- In its own words: A resolution Recognizing and honoring the South Africa National Football Team for qualifying for and competing in the 2026 FIFA World Cup; and for other purposes.
- What is the status of HR57?
- Passed both chambers as of June 23, 2026. Latest action: House Read and Adopted (June 23, 2026).
- Who sponsored HR57?
- Segun Adeyina (D), with 5 co-sponsors.
- Where is the official record for HR57?
- On the Georgia Legislature website: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74918
Source: official Georgia record. Tracked by Delilah, AI for legislation across all 50 states and Congress.