This resolution serves to recognize and honor the League's impactful history and continuous efforts to facilitate responsible governance at all levels. It highlights the organization's role in collaborating with various groups to advocate for reforms that ensure fair and accessible elections, open government, campaign finance reform, and other critical issues concerning historically disadvantaged groups, particularly women and minorities.
Summary
Senate Resolution 124 (SR124) commends the League of Women Voters of Georgia on its 103rd anniversary. The resolution acknowledges the organization's significant contributions to promoting political responsibility, civic participation, and informed citizen engagement in government. Founded in 1920, the League has played a crucial role in advocating for women's suffrage, leading to the ratification of the Nineteenth Amendment, and has worked tirelessly to encourage voter registration and participation across the state of Georgia.
Contention
While SR124 primarily serves as a commendation, it implicitly addresses the ongoing efforts to promote civic engagement and equality, tying the League's historical importance to contemporary discussions around voter rights and access to the political process. The resolution resonates with current movements advocating for equitable representation and may encourage conversations regarding the ongoing challenges in these areas.
Recognizing May 23, 2015, as League of Women Voters of Corpus Christi Day and commemorating the 70th anniversary of the League of Women Voters of Corpus Christi.
Designates June 18, 2010, as "League of Women Voters of St. Tammany Making Democracy Work Day" and commends the League of Women Voters of St. Tammany upon their ninetieth anniversary.