SR477: SR477 Burrell, Carol H.; recognize

This resolution is a ceremonial honor passed by the Georgia Senate recognizing Carol H. Burrell, who has served as president and chief executive officer of Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) since 2011. The resolution describes her role in growing NGHS from a single hospital into a large statewide health system with a major economic impact, and notes her leadership over thousands of employees and numerous medical facilities. The resolution also references awards and civic involvement, including her recognition as a top business leader and her participation in organizations like the Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce and the Georgia Hospital Association. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide her with a copy of the resolution. It does not change any Georgia law, create funding, or impose any requirements.

• Formally recognizes and commends Carol H. Burrell for her service as president and CEO of Northeast Georgia Health System.
• Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Carol H. Burrell.
• Does not amend any Georgia statute, create funding, or establish any new legal requirement.

This resolution directly names and honors Carol H. Burrell. It also references Northeast Georgia Health System and its affiliated institutions, though it does not impose any obligations on them or on the public.

Because this is a commendatory resolution rather than a change in law, it has no practical effect on Georgians' daily lives, finances, or legal obligations. Its significance is symbolic, formally recording the Senate's recognition of Burrell's career.

• The resolution's whereas clauses describe Burrell's tenure as president and CEO of NGHS since 2011 and the system's growth during that time.
• It cites specific facts such as NGHS's roughly $7.5 billion annual economic impact and over 12,000 employees.
• It notes her awards, including being named Georgia's Most Respected Business Leader by Georgia Trend magazine.
• The resolved clause formally states the Senate's recognition and commendation of Burrell.
• A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide Burrell with a copy of the resolution.

1. 2025-03-28Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
2. 2025-03-27Senate Hopper (Senate)

• Drew Echols (R, SD-049)Primary sponsor
• Bo Hatchett (R, SD-050)
• Steve Gooch (R, SD-051)
• Clint Dixon (R, SD-045)
• Frank Ginn (R, SD-047)

• legislative honors
• healthcare leadership
• Northeast Georgia Health System