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Senate Resolution 402
By: Senators McLaurin of the 14th, Jackson of the 41st, James of the 28th, Mangham of the
55th, Merritt of the 9th and others
A RESOLUTION
Honoring the Juneteenth Federation and the first Juneteenth celebration in Sandy Springs;
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and for other purposes.2
WHEREAS, Juneteenth commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and3
serves as a powerful reminder of our nation's progress toward justice and equality; and4
WHEREAS, the Juneteenth Federation, in partnership with the Atlanta NAACP, North5
Fulton NAACP, Georgia NAACP, and Dreamz Always Came True, worked diligently to6
bring the first official Juneteenth celebration to City Green in Sandy Springs in 2021,7
ensuring that this momentous occasion was marked with dignity, education, and cultural8
enrichment; and9
WHEREAS, the organizers of the Juneteenth event, inspired by recollections of their10
grandparents' struggles against segregation and their fight for equality, sought to make11
Juneteenth a city-recognized and city-funded holiday, ensuring its continuation for12
generations to come; and13
WHEREAS, the organizers of the Juneteenth celebration aimed to showcase the city's14
growing diversity and make Juneteenth an annual tradition treasured by Sandy Springs15
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residents of all races and cultures, ensuring that Black residents were central to the
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commemoration of this historic event; and17
WHEREAS, the Juneteenth Federation has extended its mission beyond celebration by18
engaging in impactful mentorship programs at local schools, thereby uplifting the next19
generation through education and empowerment; and20
WHEREAS, the success of this initiative has been made possible by the dedicated members21
of the Juneteenth Federation committee and partnering organizations who have committed22
their time, resources, and passion to preserving and honoring the legacy of those who fought23
for freedom and equality.24
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body25
recognize and honor the Juneteenth Federation, the Atlanta NAACP, and all involved26
organizers for their outstanding contributions to the City of Sandy Springs and the State of27
Georgia in preserving and celebrating the history of Juneteenth.28
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed29
to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to the public and the30
press.31
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