HR586: HR586 Cooper, Dr. Jeffery D.; Cooper Pediatrics; commend

This is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives, not a change to state law. It honors Dr. Jeffery D. Cooper, who runs Cooper Pediatrics, PC in Duluth, Georgia, and also teaches as a Clinical Assistant Professor of Community Medicine at Mercer University School of Medicine. The resolution lists his professional recognitions, including being named Best Pediatric Practice Atlanta in 2020, earning the Nicholas E. Davies Award for Excellence in Primary Care, and being voted Best of Gwinnett from 2021 to 2024. It also credits him with community health initiatives at Graves Elementary School and Luck Shoals Park, including distributing vaccines. The resolution directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy for presentation to Dr. Cooper.

• Formally recognizes and commends Dr. Jeffery D. Cooper of Cooper Pediatrics for his service as a pediatrician and educator in Georgia.
• Lists his professional awards, including the Nicholas E. Davies Award for Excellence in Primary Care and being named Best Pediatric Practice Atlanta in 2020.
• Credits him with health initiatives at Graves Elementary School and Luck Shoals Park, including facilitating vaccine distribution.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for delivery to Dr. Cooper.
• Extends the House's best wishes to Dr. Cooper for continued health and happiness.

The resolution directly names Dr. Jeffery D. Cooper and his practice, Cooper Pediatrics, PC in Duluth. It also references Mercer University School of Medicine, Graves Elementary School, and Luck Shoals Park, where he has been involved in community health work.

This resolution carries no legal or financial effect and does not change any Georgia law. Its significance is symbolic: it is an official, public statement from the Georgia House of Representatives recognizing one individual's career and community contributions.

• The whereas clauses describe Dr. Cooper's career as a pediatrician, his role at Mercer University School of Medicine, and his community health work.
• The resolved clause formally commends Dr. Cooper for his public service and wishes him continued health and happiness.
• A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to provide an appropriate copy of the resolution to Dr. Cooper.

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• Marvin Lim (D, HD-098)Primary sponsor
• Scott Hilton (R, HD-048)
• Katie Dempsey (R, HD-013)
• Arlene Beckles (D, HD-096)
• Matt Reeves (R, HD-099)
• Jasmine Clark (D, HD-108)

• commendation resolution
• pediatric medicine
• Gwinnett County
• Georgia House of Representatives