ATLANTA – Governor Brian Kemp recently signed House Bill 208 into law, legislation creating several specialty license plates, including a license plate honoring Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. This specialty license plate seeks to honor the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. and support community-based programs and initiatives throughout the state of Georgia.
“This achievement is a celebration of our shared legacy of service,” said Rep. Viola Davis (D-Stone Mountain). “It took teamwork, advocacy and the power of Delta sisterhood to bring this legislation to the finish line. I’m proud to stand with my Sorors in the House and fellow colleagues who helped make this possible. Over the past two years, we overcame a mountain of challenges to reach this moment. I especially want to thank Rep. Dewey McClain and Chairwoman Lynn Smith for their unwavering support and partnership throughout this legislative journey.”
“I remember when I purchased my first Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. license plate here in Georgia,” said Rep. Rhonda Burnough (D-Riverdale). “This marks a special milestone for our Sorors across the state. The funding generated from this tag will allow us to continue serving our communities through our Five-Point Programmatic Thrust and uphold our legacy of public service.”
“Having marched and served alongside Delta women for decades, even before I became a member, this plate reminds us of the impact Delta Sigma Theta Sorority has had in communities throughout our nation and across generations,” said Rep. Edna Jackson (D-Savannah). “It all began when our founders had the foresight to participate in the Women’s Suffrage March in Washington D.C. on March 3, 1913. We proudly continue to serve our communities and keep the legacy alive.”
“Delta women have always been on the frontlines of change,” said Rep. Sheila Jones (D-Atlanta). “I am honored to support impactful legislation like HB 208, which honors public service organizations compiled of college-educated women dedicated to sisterhood, scholarship, service and social change, in addition to providing funds to the Delta Life Development Center.”
“Delta Sigma Theta is not only a sorority but an organization that works tirelessly to support its communities across the country,” said Rep. Terry Cummings (D-Mableton). “It’s an honor to proudly display this license plate and continue our mission of advocating for vulnerable populations.”
“As one of the newest members of this body and this sorority, I’m inspired by what we can accomplish when we move together in unity and purpose,” added Rep. Mekyah McQueen (D-Smyrna).
The license plate also seeks to recognize the impact that Delta Sigma Theta has had across education, health and social justice efforts in Georgia and beyond. Proceeds from the plate will also help fund scholarship and service programs throughout the state.
For more information on HB 208, please click here.
*Editor’s note: photos of these legislators are attached.
Representative Viola Davis represents the citizens of District 87, which includes a portion of DeKalb County. She was first elected to the House of Representatives in 2018 and currently serves on the Defense & Veterans Affairs, Health, Insurance, Natural Resources & Environment and Urban Affairs committees.
Representative Rhonda Burnough represents the citizens of District 77 which includes a portion of Clayton County. She was first elected to the House of Representatives in 2016 and currently serves on the Economic Development & Tourism, Governmental Affairs, Higher Education and Small Business Development committees.
Representative Edna Jackson represents the citizens of District 165, which includes a portion of Chatham County. She was first elected to the House of Representatives in 2021 and currently serves as Vice Chair of the Urban Affairs Committee. She also serves on the Appropriations, Appropriations Subcommittee on Education, Economic Development & Tourism, Higher Education and Human Relations & Aging committees.
Representative Sheila Jones represents the citizens of District 60, which includes portions of Cobb and Fulton counties (the City of Atlanta, a portion of the City of South Fulton and portions of Sandy Springs). She was elected to the House of Representatives in 2004 and currently serves as Secretary of the Judiciary Juvenile Committee. She also serves on the Appropriations Subcommittee on Higher Education, Health, Transportation and Ways & Means committees.
Representative Terry Cummings represents the citizens of District 39, which includes a portion of Cobb County. She was first elected to the House of Representatives in 2022 and currently serves on the Banks & Banking, Public Safety and Homeland Security and State Properties committees.
Representative Mekyah McQueen represents the citizens of District 61, which includes portions of Cobb and Fulton counties. She was first elected to the House of Representatives in 2024 and currently serves on the Code Revision, Creative Arts & Entertainment and Special Rules committees.
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