Victims of communism; honor
HR 796 is a symbolic resolution passed by Georgia's House of Representatives to recognize and honor the victims of communist regimes worldwide. It commemorates over 100 million people who suffered under communist governments, citing historical oppression and denial of basic rights. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it is purely commemorative, with no direct impact on individuals or communities. It directs the House Clerk to distribute copies publicly, affirming the House's acknowledgment of this historical injustice. As a procedural resolution, it does not alter laws or affect any specific group.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2025
Committee Review
House Passage
Mar 2025
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Mar 27, 2025
Last action Mar 27, 2025
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
3
Key actions
1
Committee
0
Mar 27, 2025
Lower · Passed
House Read and Adopted
lower
Mar 27, 2025
Introduced
House Hopper
lower
6 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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