HR543: HR543 Byrd, Dr. Teresa T.; commend

This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honors Dr. Teresa T. Byrd, who recently became director of the Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program at Wellstar Kennestone. It highlights her research on detecting cervical dysplasia and blocking HPV expression, her clinical work in minimally invasive and office gynecology, her training history at the University of Texas Health Science Center and Meharry Medical College, and the teaching awards she has received. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It formally recognizes and commends Dr. Byrd for her career accomplishments and directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for her.

• Formally recognizes and commends Dr. Teresa T. Byrd for her career accomplishments in obstetrics and gynecology.
• States the House's best wishes for her future health, happiness, and success.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare an official copy of the resolution for distribution to Dr. Byrd.
• Does not create, amend, or repeal any Georgia statute or impose any requirement on any agency or individual.

The resolution names and honors Dr. Teresa T. Byrd directly. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who is tasked with preparing a copy for her, but it does not impose obligations on the public at large.

This is a ceremonial resolution rather than a law that changes rights or responsibilities. Its practical effect is limited to an official, on-the-record commendation and a printed copy given to Dr. Byrd, with no financial, regulatory, or legal consequences for Georgians.

• The whereas clauses describe Dr. Byrd's new role as director of the Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program at Wellstar Kennestone and her research on cervical dysplasia and HPV.
• The first resolving clause states the House's commendation of Dr. Byrd and extends best wishes for her future.
• The second resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to Dr. Byrd.

1. 2025-03-06House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2025-03-06House First Readers (House)
3. 2025-03-06House Hopper (House)

• Park Cannon (D, HD-058)Primary sponsor
• Miriam Paris (D, HD-142)
• Mekyah McQueen (D, HD-061)
• Tanya Miller (D, HD-062)
• Mark Newton (R, HD-127)

• honorary resolution
• medical education
• women's health
• Georgia House of Representatives