HR 988 Georgia House · 2025-2026 Regular Session

The Savannah Tribune; commend

HR 988 is a commemorative resolution recognizing The Savannah Tribune, a newspaper founded in 1875 by African American leaders that has operated continuously for 150 years (with brief pauses). The resolution celebrates its historical role as one of the first African American-owned newspapers in the U.S., highlighting its coverage of civil rights issues and community advocacy during segregation and Jim Crow eras. It formally commends the Tribune's legacy of uplifting African Americans through journalism and directs the House Clerk to share the resolution with its publisher, Shirley Barber James. This is a ceremonial resolution with no policy or legal effect.
Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2025
Committee Review
House Passage
Apr 2025
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Apr 4, 2025 Last action Apr 4, 2025
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This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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Apr 4, 2025
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House Read and Adopted
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Apr 4, 2025
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