Georgia CommonsHR 1296: Trauma Awareness Day at the state capitol; February 24, 2026; Georgia's trauma professionals, the Georgia Trauma Commission, and the Georgia Trauma Foundation; recognize
Last action February 9, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution recognizes February 24, 2026 as Trauma Awareness Day at the state capitol, honoring trauma professionals, the Georgia Trauma Commission, and the Georgia Trauma Foundation.
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In plain language
This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives does not change any state law. Instead, it formally commends Georgia's trauma professionals, the Georgia Trauma Commission, and the Georgia Trauma Foundation for their work treating and preventing physical trauma, which the resolution notes is the leading cause of death for people under 45 in the United States. The resolution designates February 24, 2026 as Trauma Awareness Day at the state capitol, meant to raise public awareness about physical trauma, encourage prevention and safety measures, support trauma care and rehabilitation services, and recognize the efforts of medical staff, community groups, and volunteers. It also directs the Clerk of the House to prepare copies of the resolution for distribution to the public and the press.
What the bill does
- Commends Georgia's trauma professionals, the Georgia Trauma Commission, and the Georgia Trauma Foundation for their work.
- Designates February 24, 2026 as Trauma Awareness Day at the state capitol.
- States the day's purpose as raising awareness, promoting prevention and safety, and supporting trauma care and rehabilitation.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press.
Who it affects
Georgia's trauma professionals, the Georgia Trauma Commission, the Georgia Trauma Foundation, hospital and trauma center staff, community organizations and volunteers involved in trauma prevention and recovery, and the Clerk of the House, who must distribute copies of the resolution.
Why it matters
The resolution carries symbolic weight rather than legal force. It does not create funding, programs, or requirements, but it publicly highlights trauma care and prevention efforts in Georgia and gives official recognition to the people and organizations working in that field.
Key provisions
- The resolving clause commends Georgia's trauma professionals, the Georgia Trauma Commission, and the Georgia Trauma Foundation.
- The resolving clause designates February 24, 2026 as Trauma Awareness Day at the state capitol.
- A further resolution directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make copies available to the public and press.
From the bill
“trauma is the leading cause of death in the United States for those under the age of 45 and the fourth leading cause of death for all ages”
“recognize February 24, 2026, as Trauma Awareness Day at the state capitol to raise awareness about physical trauma, promote prevention and safety measures, support trauma care and rehabilitation services”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Sharon Cooper (R, HD-045)
- Tim Fleming (R, HD-114)
- Miriam Paris (D, HD-142)
- Reynaldo Martinez (R, HD-111)
- Brent Cox (R, HD-028)
Topics
- trauma awareness
- state capitol resolutions
- trauma care
- public health