Georgia CommonsHR 1719: Wilson, Monique; commend
Last action March 16, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution commends Monique Wilson, a breast cancer survivor and advocate from southwest Georgia, for her work supporting cancer survivors and patients.
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In plain language
This resolution is a formal statement from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Monique Wilson, a breast cancer survivor who has become a cancer care coordinator, mastectomy fitter, wellness coach, and national advocate. It describes her diagnosis in 2016, her participation in charity bike rides, her advocacy work with national cancer survivorship organizations, and her leadership roles with the Sisters Network in southwest Georgia and the Young Survival Coalition. The resolution does not change any Georgia law or create any program. It simply states the House's praise for Wilson's resilience and service and directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for her.
What the bill does
- Formally commends Monique Wilson for her resilience as a breast cancer survivor and her advocacy work for cancer survivors.
- Extends the House's best wishes to Wilson for future health, happiness, and success.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Wilson.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names and honors Monique Wilson. It has no regulatory effect on other Georgians, though it reflects the House's recognition of cancer survivors and advocacy organizations such as the Sisters Network and the National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or financial effect and does not change any Georgia policy. Its significance is symbolic: it gives official recognition from the state legislature to an individual's personal story and advocacy work in the cancer survivorship community.
Key provisions
- The resolution's whereas clauses describe Wilson's cancer diagnosis, survivorship, and advocacy roles, including with the National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship, Sisters Network, and Young Survival Coalition.
- The resolving clause formally commends Wilson for her resilience, advocacy, and service to cancer survivors.
- A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for Wilson.
From the bill
“Life is tough, but so are you. Take it one day at a time and remember—I WILL SURVIVE”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Debra Bazemore (D, HD-069)
- Debbie Buckner (D, HD-137)
- Rhonda Burnough (D, HD-077)
Topics
- cancer survivorship
- commendation resolution
- health advocacy
- southwest Georgia