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House · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session

HR143: HR143 Morgan, Dr. Jayne; commend

Last action February 3, 2025 · House Read and Adopted

A Georgia House resolution formally commends Dr. Jayne Morgan, a cardiologist and media health expert, for her work in women's health and cardiovascular research.

In plain language

This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives recognizes Dr. Jayne Morgan, who serves as vice president of medical affairs at Hello Heart and has a background in cardiovascular research and women's health advocacy. The text lists her professional accomplishments, including past leadership roles at Piedmont Healthcare, her media appearances as a medical expert, and her recognition on national lists of top health experts. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It simply states the House's praise for Dr. Morgan and directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for her.

What the bill does

  • Formally recognizes and commends Dr. Jayne Morgan for her contributions to women's health.
  • Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute an official copy of the resolution to Dr. Morgan.
  • Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement; it is purely a commendation.

Who it affects

The resolution directly names and honors Dr. Jayne Morgan. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who is tasked with preparing a copy for her. It has no regulatory effect on the public.

Why it matters

This resolution has no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians; it is a ceremonial gesture by the House of Representatives to publicly honor an individual's professional achievements in medicine and women's health advocacy.

Key provisions

  • The whereas clauses describe Dr. Morgan's career, including her role at Hello Heart and prior work at Piedmont Healthcare.
  • The resolving clause states the House recognizes and commends Dr. Morgan for her contributions to women's health.
  • A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to Dr. Morgan.

Status timeline

  1. 2025-02-03House Read and Adopted (House)
  2. 2025-02-03House First Readers (House)
  3. 2025-02-03House Hopper (House)

Sponsors

  • Doreen Carter (D, HD-093)Primary sponsor
  • Carolyn Hugley (D, HD-141)
  • Sandra Scott (D, HD-076)
  • Kim Schofield (D, HD-063)
  • Tanya Miller (D, HD-062)
  • Edna Jackson (D, HD-165)

Topics

  • women's health
  • cardiovascular research
  • commendation resolution
  • Georgia House of Representatives

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