House Resolution 1958
By: Representatives Cannon of the 58th, Burnough of the 77th, Clark of the 108th, and
Bazemore of the 69th
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commending the Maternal Health Vitality Think Tank; and for other
purposes.
WHEREAS, the Maternal Health Vitality Think Tank (MHVTT) works to champion
healthcare, social services, research, philanthropy, and policies that enable Georgians to
make informed decisions about their reproductive lives; and
WHEREAS, the organization is committed to supporting the meaningful engagement of
those most impacted by poor maternal health in order to address Georgia's complex maternal
health challenges and improve maternal health across the state; and
WHEREAS, by collaborating with partners from across Georgia's maternal health ecosystem
and drawing on diverse perspectives, the Maternal Health Vitality Think Tank strengthens
understanding of the challenges faced by families throughout the state; and
WHEREAS, the MHVTT further supports the expansion of the perinatal and postpartum
workforce, specifically physicians, clinicians, public health professionals, occupational
therapists, community health workers, doulas, and midwives; and
WHEREAS, these exemplary efforts are in service of a vision of Georgia wherein every
citizen has access to respectful, evidence-based, affordable healthcare, including access to
support and resources with dignity and compassion.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body recognize and commend the Maternal Health Vitality Think Tank
for its many outstanding contributions on behalf of the citizens of this state as well as extend
best wishes for continued success.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to the
Maternal Health Vitality Think Tank.