Bill Text: GA HR1205 | 2009-2010 | Regular Session | Introduced

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Bill Title: United States Census; 2010; importance; recognize

Spectrum: Slight Partisan Bill (Democrat 4-2)

Status: (Passed) 2010-01-28 - House Read and Adopted [HR1205 Detail]

Download: Georgia-2009-HR1205-Introduced.html

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10 LC 94 1645

House Resolution 1205

By: Representatives Marin of the 96th, Mitchell of the 88th, Porter of the 143rd, Sellier of the 136th, Benfield of the 85th, and others

A RESOLUTION

Recognizing the importance of accurate census data and requesting the United States Congress, the President, Georgia government officials and agencies, and Georgia citizens do all that is possible to ensure a successful 2010 United States Census; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, an accurate census count is vital to the well-being of Georgia's communities and residents because census results help planners determine where to locate schools, day-care centers, roads and public transportation, hospitals, and other facilities; and

WHEREAS, data collected during a census is used to make decisions concerning business growth and housing needs; and

WHEREAS, more than $400 billion per year in federal and state funding is allocated to states and communities based on census data; and

WHEREAS, census data is used to ensure fair congressional representation by determining how many seats each state will have in the U.S. House of Representatives as well as the redistricting of state legislatures, county and city councils, and voting districts; and

WHEREAS, the 2010 Census creates jobs that stimulate economic growth and increase employment opportunities in Georgia communities; and

WHEREAS, the information collected by the census is protected by law and remains confidential for 72 years; and

WHEREAS, the National Hispanic Caucus of State Legislators is committed to partnering with the U.S. Census Bureau to help ensure a full and accurate count in 2010; and

WHEREAS, it is important that all communities and persons residing in the United States participate in the 2010 United States Census to ensure all are accounted for and represented.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body encourage government officials on all levels and residents of Georgia to cooperate fully with the U.S. Census Bureau to help ensure a full and accurate count in the 2010 United States Census.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to members of the press and the public.