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Georgia House recognizes the 50th Southern Regional Conference and Centennial Celebration of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.

Original title: 50th Southern Regional Conference and the Centennial Celebration of the Southern Region of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.; recognize

Last action · June 23, 2026: House Read and AdoptedSponsors: Viola Davis and 3 others

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What This Bill Does

The Georgia House of Representatives officially recognizes and commends the 50th Southern Regional Conference and the Centennial Celebration of the Southern Region of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., welcoming attendees to Atlanta for the August 2026 event.

Why it matters

Changes only the official recognition of the organization by the state legislature; no funding, tax, or regulatory changes are stated.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.

The organization and its Southern Region receive official legislative recognition and commendation from the Georgia House of Representatives.

Key Facts

  • Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. was founded on January 13, 1913, by 22 collegiate women at Howard University.
  • The Southern Region of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. was established in Atlanta, Georgia, in 1926.
  • The 50th Southern Regional Conference will be held in Atlanta, Georgia, from August 7 through August 9, 2026.
  • The organization operates programs focused on educational development, economic empowerment, international awareness, physical and mental health, and political awareness.
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  • Georgia previously established a revenue-sharing specialty license plate for Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. to support scholarships and community programs.
  • The Clerk of the House of Representatives is directed to distribute copies of the resolution to the organization, the Southern Regional Director, the Conference Leadership Team, the Decatur Alumnae, and the Stone Mountain-Lithonia Alumnae Chapter.

Frequently Asked Questions

What event does House Resolution 61EX recognize?
It recognizes the 50th Southern Regional Conference and the Centennial Celebration of the Southern Region of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.
Where and when is the 50th Southern Regional Conference taking place?
It is taking place in Atlanta, Georgia, from August 7 through August 9, 2026.

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Where This Stands

Current status: signed.

Procedural history

3 actions
  1. Jun 23, 2026HouseIntroduced
    House Hopper
  2. Jun 23, 2026HouseIntroduced
    House First Readers
  3. Jun 23, 2026HouseFloor
    House Read and Adopted

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Connected Entities

Howard University, Atlanta, Georgia and 3 more
OrganizationHoward University“University where Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. was founded”Map →
locationAtlanta“City hosting the 50th Southern Regional Conference”Map →
locationGeorgia“State where the Southern Region was established and specialty license plate exis”Map →
OrganizationDelta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.“Private nonprofit organization founded in 1913”Map →
OrganizationDecatur Alumnae“Chapter receiving copies of the resolution”Map →
OrganizationStone Mountain-Lithonia Alumnae Chapter“Chapter receiving copies of the resolution”Map →

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www.legis.ga.gov

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