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HR 1624: Spelman Social Justice Program Health Advocacy Initiative; commend

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House Resolution 1624

By: Representatives Cannon of the 58th, McQueen of the 61st, Holly of the 116th, Berry of the 56th, Barnes of the 86th, and others

A RESOLUTION

Commending the Spelman Social Justice Program Health Advocacy Initiative; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, the Spelman Social Justice Program Health Advocacy Initiative is a student-led initiative dedicated to improving healthcare access for all Georgians, with a particular focus on addressing healthcare coverage gaps and advancing health equity across the State of Georgia; and

WHEREAS, the Spelman Health Advocacy Initiative was founded in 2025 by Parker Chambers, Jalease Burke, and Sheridan Lyles to empower students to engage directly in health policy education, advocacy, and civic leadership; and

WHEREAS, the initiative has met and worked with members of the Georgia General Assembly, including senators and representatives, to discuss healthcare access, Medicaid policy, and the broader state of healthcare within Georgia; and

WHEREAS, the initiative brings together students across disciplines, including sociology, economics, biology, and public health, to promote interdisciplinary advocacy and emphasize diverse perspectives in shaping equitable health policy solutions; and

WHEREAS, the Spelman Social Justice Program Health Advocacy Initiative has educated students on healthcare coverage options, the legislative process, and the importance of civic engagement while intentionally uplifting and centering community voices in conversations about healthcare reform.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body commend the Spelman Social Justice Program Health Advocacy Initiative for its many outstanding contributions on behalf of the citizens of this state as well as extended best wishes for continued success.

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 the public and the press.