Georgia Gov. Kemp signs bill for Delta Sigma Theta Sorority specialty license plate

ATLANTA – Gov. Brian Kemp has 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 historically African-American  sorority and support community-based programs and initiatives throughout the state of Georgia.

“This achievement is a celebration of our shared legacy of service,” said State 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.”

Other Georgia legislators who pushed for the bill supporting the sorority, which was founded on Jan. 13, 1913 by 22 collegiate women at Howard University, also expressed their elation. 

 “This marks a special milestone for our Sorors across the state,” said Rep. Rhonda Burnough (D-Riverdale). 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.

Photos via Georgia House of Representatives