SR153: SR153 Watson, Sam; recognize

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate, not a change to state law. It honors Sam Watson, who received the Engineering and Environmental Services Champion award through the Stars in Long Term Care program, an initiative of a Georgia health care association that recognizes outstanding long-term and post-acute care professionals. The resolution states that Watson has contributed to improving the lives of elderly and disabled Georgians in long-term care settings. The Senate formally commends him and wishes him continued health and happiness. It also directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for Watson, so he can keep it as a memento of the honor.

• Formally commends Sam Watson for receiving the Engineering and Environmental Services Champion award.
• States the Senate's recognition of his contributions to long-term and post-acute care for elderly and disabled Georgians.
• Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute an official copy of the resolution to Watson.

The resolution directly names Sam Watson, an honoree in Georgia's long-term care sector, and involves the Georgia Senate and its Secretary, who must prepare the commemorative copy. It has no regulatory effect on any broader group.

This resolution carries no legal or regulatory effect; it does not change any Georgia law, create funding, or impose requirements. Its significance is symbolic, giving formal legislative recognition to Sam Watson's work in long-term care.

• The whereas clauses describe the Stars in Long Term Care awards program run by a Georgia health care association honoring long-term care professionals.
• The resolved clause has the Senate commend Sam Watson for the Engineering and Environmental Services Champion award.
• A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute a copy of the resolution to Watson.

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

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

• long-term care
• legislative honors
• senior care
• Georgia Senate resolution