Georgia 2023-2024 Regular Session

Georgia House Bill HR866

Introduced
1/24/24  
Introduced
1/24/24  
Enrolled
1/24/24  

Caption

Girl Scout Day at the state capitol; February 6, 2024; commending Girl Scouts as a national leader in providing the best leadership development experience in the world to American girls; recognize

Impact

The bill not only aims to honor the Girl Scouts but also seeks to inspire current and future generations of girls involved in the program. By officially dedicating a day to the organization, the resolution brings attention to the importance of youth development programs and their roles in empowering girls to become leaders in their communities. The recognition of such initiatives at a state level can enhance public awareness and potentially bolster support for similar programs, encouraging local participation.

Summary

House Resolution 866 recognizes February 6, 2024, as Girl Scout Day at the state capitol. The resolution commends the Girl Scouts organization for its significant contributions to leadership development for American girls over the course of more than a century. Founded by Juliette Gordon Low in 1912, the Girl Scouts movement has fostered an environment for girls to grow and develop essential leadership skills, emphasizing courage, confidence, and character. This recognition highlights the organization's enduring legacy and its impact on the lives of millions of girls nationwide.

Contention

While the resolution primarily serves a ceremonial purpose, it reflects broader societal values around youth empowerment and educational outreach. Some discussions around such resolutions may raise questions regarding the funding and support for youth programs, as well as how these initiatives can be made more accessible to all girls, regardless of background. The emphasis on leadership in the context of the Girl Scouts also raises discussions about the importance of inclusivity in youth programs aimed at fostering leadership skills.

Notable_points

It is noteworthy that this resolution comes at a time when there is significant focus on the advancement of girls' rights and empowerment. The participation of all the women legislators in Georgia as honorary members of Girl Scout Troop 2012 underscores a unified commitment to fostering leadership among girls in the state. Furthermore, the historic significance and global reach of the Girl Scouts make this recognition a celebration of not just local achievements, but of a global movement.

Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

GA HR123

Girl Scout Day at the state capitol; February 4, 2025; commending Girl Scouts as a national leader in providing the best leadership development experience in the world to American girls; recognize

GA HR253

Girl Scout Day at the state capitol; February 7, 2023; commending the Girl Scouts as a national leader in providing the best leadership development experience in the world to American girls; recognize

GA SR112

Girl Scout Day; recognize February 6, 2025

GA SR549

Girl Scout Day; recognize February 6, 2024

GA SR99

Girl Scout Day; recognize February 7, 2023

GA HR1076

Recognizing Girl Scouts of the United States of America on its 112th birthday and celebrating its legacy of providing girls with a secure, inclusive space where they can explore their world, build meaningful relationships, and have access to experiences that prepare them for a life of leadership.

GA HR217

Recognizing Girl Scouts of the United States of America on its 113th birthday and celebrating its founder Juliette Gordon Low and the legacy of providing girls with a secure and inclusive space where they can explore their world, build meaningful relationships, and have access to experiences that prepare them for a life of leadership.

GA SR596

A resolution recognizing Girl Scouts of the United States of America on its 112th birthday and celebrating its legacy of providing girls with a secure, inclusive space where they can explore their world, build meaningful relationships, and have access to experiences that prepare them for a life of leadership.

GA SR120

A resolution recognizing Girl Scouts of the United States of America on its 113th birthday and celebrating its founder, Juliette Gordon Low, and the legacy of providing girls with a secure and inclusive space where they can explore their world, build meaningful relationships, and have access to experiences that prepare them for a life of leadership.

GA HCR177

Recognizes Thursday, May 22, 2014, as Girl Scouts of the USA Day at the state capitol

Similar Bills

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