Georgia House Bill 146 designates April as Black Women's History Month

Original title: State holidays; month of April as Black Women's History Month; designate

Last action · April 4, 2025: House Withdrawn, RecommittedSponsors: Rhonda Taylor and 5 others

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What This Bill Proposed

House Bill 146 officially designates the month of April each year as Black Women's History Month in Georgia and encourages public participation in commemorative ceremonies and educational programs.

Why it matters

Establishes a statewide commemorative observance without altering state funding, taxes, or administrative requirements for local governments and schools.

Who It Would Have Affected

Groups the bill's text would have affected, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Educational institutions

Elementary schools, secondary schools, colleges, and universities are encouraged to participate in ceremonies and educational programs commemorating Black Women's History Month.

Directly affected

State, county, and municipal government agencies

Government departments and officials are encouraged to take part in activities honoring the contributions of Black women throughout April.

Key Facts

Designates the month of April each year as 'Black Women's History Month' in Georgia.
Encourages state, county, and municipal government departments, educational institutions, businesses, and citizens to participate in appropriate commemorative ceremonies and programs.
Repeals all conflicting laws and parts of laws.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this bill mandate events or programs for schools and businesses?

No. The bill encourages participation in ceremonies, programs, and activities, but does not impose a mandate or requirement.

What time of year is designated by the bill?

The month of April each year is designated as Black Women's History Month.

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This bill did not become law - Died at adjournment · in House committee.

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Apr 4, 2025House
House Withdrawn, Recommitted
Mar 3, 2025HouseCommittee
House Committee Favorably Reported
Jan 30, 2025House
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Jan 29, 2025HouseIntroduced
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Jan 28, 2025HouseIntroduced
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