SR160: SR160 Hodges, Kimberly; recognize

This is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia Senate rather than a bill that changes state law. It recognizes Kimberly Hodges, who received the Leadership Excellence Award from Stars in Long Term Care, a program run by the Georgia health care association that honors long-term and post-acute care professionals. The resolution states that Hodges has shown wisdom, strength of character, and kindness in her work serving elderly and disabled Georgians. The Senate formally commends her and wishes her continued health and happiness. It also directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for Hodges to keep, but it does not create any new laws, funding, or requirements.

• Formally commends Kimberly Hodges by name for receiving the Leadership Excellence Award from Stars in Long Term Care.
• 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 and distribute a copy of the resolution to Hodges.
• Does not change any Georgia statute, create funding, or impose any new requirement on any person or agency.

This resolution names and honors one individual, Kimberly Hodges, a long-term care professional. It does not impose obligations on the public, businesses, or government agencies beyond directing the Secretary of the Senate to distribute a copy of the document.

The resolution has no legal effect on Georgians generally; it is a symbolic honor. Its practical impact is limited to publicly recognizing Hodges' work in long-term care and providing her a formal keepsake from the Georgia Senate.

• The whereas clauses describe the Stars in Long Term Care awards program run by the Georgia health care association and its purpose of honoring long-term care professionals.
• The resolved clause formally commends Kimberly Hodges as recipient of the Leadership Excellence Award and extends best wishes.
• A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy available for distribution to Hodges.

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
• ceremonial resolution
• Georgia Senate