Georgia CommonsSR 155: Marshall, Janice; recognize
Last action February 11, 2025 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution commends Janice Marshall for receiving the EDWCM Support Staff of the Year award for her work in long-term care.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate, not a change to state law. It recognizes Janice Marshall, who received the EDWCM Support Staff of the Year award through the Georgia health care association's Stars in Long Term Care program, which honors long-term and post-acute care professionals. The resolution states that the Senate commends Marshall for her contributions to elderly and disabled Georgians and wishes her continued health and happiness. It also directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for her. The document creates no new rules, funding, or penalties.
What the bill does
- Formally commends Janice Marshall by name for receiving the EDWCM Support Staff of the Year award.
- States the Senate's recognition of her contributions to long-term and post-acute care for elderly and disabled Georgians.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Janice Marshall.
- Extends the Senate's best wishes to Marshall for continued health and happiness.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names Janice Marshall, an award-winning long-term care support staff member. It does not create obligations for the public, businesses, or government agencies beyond the Secretary of the Senate's task of distributing a copy.
Why it matters
The resolution has no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians generally. Its significance is symbolic, giving formal, public recognition from the state Senate to an individual honored for her work caring for elderly and disabled residents in long-term care.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe the Stars in Long Term Care awards program run by a Georgia health care association honoring long-term and post-acute care professionals.
- The resolved clause formally commends Janice Marshall for receiving the EDWCM Support Staff of the Year award.
- A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy available for distribution to Marshall.
From the bill
“the members of this body commend Janice Marshall, recipient of the EDWCM Support Staff of the Year award, and extend their most sincere best wishes for continued health and happiness”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- John Kennedy (R, SD-018)
Topics
- long-term care
- senate resolution
- honorary recognition
- elder care