Georgia CommonsHouse · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session
HR 586: Cooper, Dr. Jeffery D.; Cooper Pediatrics; commend
Last action March 11, 2025 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally commends Dr. Jeffery D. Cooper and his practice, Cooper Pediatrics, for his work as a pediatrician and community health contributions in Gwinnett County.
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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. Jeffery D. Cooper, a pediatrician at Cooper Pediatrics in Duluth, Georgia, and a Clinical Assistant Professor at Mercer University School of Medicine, for his career and community service. The resolution cites awards Dr. Cooper has received, including being named Best Pediatric Practice Atlanta in 2020, the Nicholas E. Davies Award for Excellence in Primary Care, and being voted Best of Gwinnett from 2021 to 2024. It also notes his health initiatives at Graves Elementary School and Luck Shoals Park, including providing staff, equipment, and vaccine distribution. The resolution directs the Clerk of the House to send Dr. Cooper a copy as a keepsake.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Dr. Jeffery D. Cooper for his service as a pediatrician and educator in Georgia.
- Lists specific awards and recognitions Dr. Cooper has received, including a 2020 Best Pediatric Practice Atlanta honor and a national primary care excellence award.
- Notes his community health work at Graves Elementary School and Luck Shoals Park, including vaccine distribution efforts.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Dr. Cooper.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names Dr. Jeffery D. Cooper and his practice, Cooper Pediatrics, PC, in Duluth, Georgia. It has no legal effect on other Georgians, agencies, or institutions beyond the honor itself.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or financial effect and does not change any Georgia law, program, or funding. Its significance is symbolic: an official statement from the House of Representatives recognizing one Georgian's professional and community contributions.
Key provisions
- The resolution's whereas clauses recount Dr. Cooper's career, awards, and community health initiatives as the basis for the commendation.
- The resolved clause states the House recognizes and commends Dr. Cooper for his public service and extends best wishes.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to Dr. Cooper.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Dr. Jeffery D. Cooper of Cooper Pediatrics for his efficient, effective, unselfish, and dedicated public service to the State of Georgia”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Marvin Lim (D, HD-98)
- Scott Hilton (R, HD-48)
- Katie Dempsey (R, HD-13)
- Arlene Beckles (D, HD-96)
- Matt Reeves (R, HD-99)
- Jasmine Clark (D, HD-108)
Topics
- commendation resolution
- pediatric health
- Gwinnett County
- Georgia House of Representatives