SR155: SR155 Marshall, Janice; recognize

This resolution is a ceremonial honor passed by the Georgia Senate. It recognizes Janice Marshall as the recipient of the EDWCM Support Staff of the Year award, part of the Georgia health care association's Stars in Long Term Care program that honors long-term and post-acute care professionals. The resolution states that Marshall has shown care, compassion, and dedication to elderly and disabled Georgians. The Senate commends her and wishes her continued health and happiness, and directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for her. It does not change any Georgia law.

• Formally commends Janice Marshall by name for receiving the EDWCM Support Staff of the Year award.
• States the Senate's recognition of her contributions to long-term and post-acute care for elderly and disabled Georgians.
• Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Marshall.
• Creates no new laws, funding, or requirements; it is purely a ceremonial statement of praise.

The resolution directly names Janice Marshall, an individual working in long-term care support staff. It does not impose obligations on any broader group of Georgians, agencies, or businesses.

This resolution has no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians generally. Its significance is symbolic: it gives official state recognition to one individual's work in caring for elderly and disabled residents in long-term care settings.

• The whereas clauses describe the Stars in Long Term Care recognition program run by the Georgia health care association.
• The resolved clause formally commends Janice Marshall and extends the Senate's best wishes for her health and happiness.
• The final clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy available for distribution to Marshall.

1. 2025-02-11Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
2. 2025-02-10Senate Hopper (Senate)

• John Kennedy (R, SD-018)Primary sponsor

• long-term care
• senior care
• legislative honors
• health care workers