Georgia CommonsHR 1172: Dr. Indran B. Indrakrishnan Day at the state capitol; 02/10/26; recognize
Last action January 29, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution designates February 10, 2026 as Dr. Indran B. Indrakrishnan Day at the state capitol, honoring the gastroenterologist's public health advocacy work.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives, not a change to any law. It recognizes February 10, 2026 as Dr. Indran B. Indrakrishnan Day at the State Capitol. The resolution describes Dr. Indrakrishnan as a gastroenterologist and physician leader who has worked with policymakers, community groups, and healthcare organizations on preventive care and health education in Georgia. It notes that at his initiative, the Governor previously proclaimed February 4 as Georgia Cancer Day, described as the state's first general cancer awareness day covering all cancer types rather than one specific type. The resolution directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Dr. Indrakrishnan as a keepsake honoring his service.
What the bill does
- Formally designates February 10, 2026 as Dr. Indran B. Indrakrishnan Day at the Georgia State Capitol.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Dr. Indrakrishnan.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement; it is a symbolic honor only.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names and honors Dr. Indran B. Indrakrishnan, a gastroenterologist and physician leader. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who must prepare the commemorative copy.
Why it matters
This resolution has no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians; it is a symbolic gesture. Its practical impact is limited to a ceremonial designation and ecognition at the State Capitol honoring one individual's public health work.
Key provisions
- The resolving clause recognizes February 10, 2026 as Dr. Indran B. Indrakrishnan Day at the State Capitol.
- The further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to Dr. Indrakrishnan.
- The whereas clauses describe his role in the Governor's proclamation of February 4 as Georgia Cancer Day, but that proclamation itself is not enacted by this resolution.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize February 10, 2026, as Dr. Indran B. Indrakrishnan Day at the State Capitol in honor of his sustained and deeply valuable contributions to public health and service in the State of Georgia.”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Matt Reeves (R, HD-099)
- Soo Hong (R, HD-103)
- Chuck Efstration (R, HD-104)
- Jasmine Clark (D, HD-108)
- Sandy Donatucci (R, HD-105)
- Scott Hilton (R, HD-048)
Topics
- ceremonial resolution
- public health
- cancer awareness
- state capitol recognition