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SR 679

Bishop William "Bill" Harris Day; recognize February 17, 2026

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Tonya Anderson and 10 co-sponsors

Georgia designates February 17, 2026, as Bishop William "Bill" Harris Day to recognize and honor the religious or community leader's contributions to the state.

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Bill Summary · SR 679

Legislative bill overview

SR 679 designates February 17, 2026, as "Bishop William 'Bill' Harris Day" in Georgia. This is a ceremonial resolution that officially recognizes and honors Bishop Harris on a specific date through state proclamation.

Why is this important

Ceremonial resolutions like this serve to publicly acknowledge individuals' contributions to their communities and state. Bishop Harris appears to be a significant religious or community leader whose work merits official state recognition, which can raise awareness of his legacy and influence within Georgia.

Potential points of contention

  • Use of state resources: Critics may argue that legislative time and resources should focus on substantive policy matters rather than ceremonial designations
  • Selection criteria: Without publicly available information about Bishop Harris, questions may arise about whether selection criteria for such honors are transparent and equitably applied across communities
  • Religious figure recognition: Some may question whether states should officially designate days honoring specific religious leaders, raising church-state separation concerns

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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