Georgia CommonsHR 1544: Weintraub, Neal, M.D.; commend
Last action March 3, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution commends Dr. Neal Weintraub, a cardiovascular researcher and educator at the Medical College of Georgia, for his career achievements in medicine and research.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives, not a change to state law. It recognizes Dr. Neal Weintraub, a native of Albany, Georgia, who holds an endowed chair in cardiovascular medicine at the Medical College of Georgia and serves as associate director of the school's Vascular Biology Center. The resolution details his medical training at Tulane University, the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and Emory University, along with his record of teaching over 225 courses and contributing to more than 250 peer-reviewed publications. It also notes his role launching a cardio-oncology program funded by the American Heart Association and his history of National Institutes of Health research funding. The House resolves to commend him and directs the Clerk of the House to provide him a copy of the resolution.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Dr. Neal Weintraub for his career in cardiovascular medicine and research.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Dr. Weintraub.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement; it is a symbolic statement by the House of Representatives.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names Dr. Neal Weintraub, a cardiovascular researcher and professor at the Medical College of Georgia. It has no legal effect on other individuals, institutions, or the public.
Why it matters
This resolution has no practical or legal effect on Georgians; it is a formal, symbolic honor. Its main real-world consequence is that Dr. Weintraub receives an official copy recognizing his professional achievements.
Key provisions
- The resolution's whereas clauses recount Dr. Weintraub's education, academic titles, publication record, and research funding history.
- The resolving clause states the House recognizes and commends Dr. Weintraub and wishes him continued health and success.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to Dr. Weintraub.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Neal Weintraub, M.D., and extend best wishes for continued health, happiness, and success.”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Al Williams (D, HD-168)
- Brian Prince (D, HD-132)
- L.C. Myles (D, HD-126)
- Karlton Howard (D, HD-129)
- Mark Newton (R, HD-127)
Topics
- commendation resolution
- Medical College of Georgia
- cardiovascular research
- medical education