Georgia CommonsSR 160: Hodges, Kimberly; recognize
Last action February 11, 2025 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Senate resolution honors Kimberly Hodges of Georgia for receiving the Leadership Excellence 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 Kimberly Hodges, who received a Leadership Excellence Award from the Stars in Long Term Care program, an initiative of a Georgia health care association that honors long-term and post-acute care professionals. The resolution praises Hodges for her dedication to caring for elderly and disabled Georgians and directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide her with an official copy of the resolution as a keepsake. It does not create any new rule, funding, or requirement; it simply expresses the Senate's appreciation.
What the bill does
- Formally commends Kimberly Hodges for receiving the Leadership Excellence Award from Stars in Long Term Care.
- 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 Hodges.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement, serving only as an official expression of praise.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names Kimberly Hodges, a long-term care professional. It also reflects on the broader field of long-term and post-acute care workers in Georgia who serve elderly and disabled residents, though it does not change any rules affecting them.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or financial effect; it is a symbolic honor. Its main significance is public recognition for Hodges and an acknowledgment from the Georgia Senate of the work done by long-term care professionals statewide.
Key provisions
- The resolution's whereas clauses describe the Stars in Long Term Care program and its purpose of honoring long-term care professionals.
- The resolved clause formally commends Kimberly Hodges as recipient of the Leadership Excellence Award.
- A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy available for distribution to Hodges.
From the bill
“the members of this body commend Kimberly Hodges, recipient of the Leadership Excellence 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
- senior care
- legislative recognition
- Georgia Senate resolutions