House Resolution 1175
By: Representatives Gambill of the 15th, O’Steen of the 169th, Hawkins of the 27th, Efstration
of the 104th, and Cooper of the 45th
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing February 7-14, 2026, as Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Week at the state
capitol; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, congenital heart defects are one of the most frequently occurring birth defects
and a leading cause of deaths related to birth defects worldwide; and
WHEREAS, over one million families across America face the challenges and hardships of
raising children with congenital heart defects; each year, approximately 40,000 babies are
born in the United States with these condition; and
WHEREAS, some congenital heart defects are not diagnosed until months or years after
birth; when these conditions go undiagnosed, they can cause many cases of sudden cardiac
death in young athletes; and
WHEREAS, despite these alarming statistics, newborns and young athletes are still not
regularly screened for congenital heart defects; and
WHEREAS, Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Week provides an opportunity for families
whose lives have been affected by congenital heart defects to celebrate life, remember the
loved ones they have lost, honor dedicated health care professionals, and share information
with the public and the media.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body recognize February 7-14, 2026, as Congenital Heart Defect
Awareness Week at the state capitol.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta and its Kids at Heart program.