Atlanta World Cup Host Committee; commend
This Senate resolution formally commends the Atlanta World Cup Host Committee for its efforts in preparing Georgia to host matches for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The bill recognizes the committee's work alongside partners like the Atlanta Sports Council and various state agencies in securing the event, which will feature eight matches in Atlanta starting in June 2026. The resolution highlights specific achievements including over $5 billion in private development, $100 million in infrastructure investments, and plans for community programs through partnerships with organizations like the Boys and Girls Clubs of Georgia. Additionally, it acknowledges the support from local businesses, over 3,000 volunteers, and projected economic benefits for the state. The Senate formally recognizes these contributions through an official commendation that will be distributed to the committee.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
Senate Passage
Mar 2026
House Passage
Governor
Introduced Mar 10, 2026
Last action Mar 12, 2026
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
2
Key actions
1
Committee
0
Mar 12, 2026
Upper · Passed
Senate Read and Adopted
upper
Mar 10, 2026
Introduced
Senate Hopper
upper
14 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Chuck Payne
RRepublican
P
Clint Dixon
RRepublican
P
Drew Echols
RRepublican
P
Elena Parent
DDemocratic
P
Frank Ginn
RRepublican
P
Jaha Howard
DDemocratic
P
Kay Kirkpatrick
RRepublican
P
Kim Jackson
DDemocratic
P
Mike Hodges
RRepublican
P
RaShaun Kemp
DDemocratic
P
Randal Mangham
DDemocratic
P
Sally Harrell
DDemocratic
P
Sonya Halpern
DDemocratic
P
Tonya Anderson
DDemocratic
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