Georgia CommonsSR 163: Owens, Amy; recognize
Last action February 11, 2025 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Senate resolution honors Amy Owens, a registered nurse recognized as RN of the Year for her work in long-term and post-acute care in Georgia.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate, not a change to state law. It recognizes Amy Owens, who received the RN of the Year award from the Georgia health care association's Stars in Long Term Care program, which honors long-term and post-acute care professionals for their contributions to elderly and disabled Georgians. The resolution states that the Senate commends Owens and wishes her continued health and happiness. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to her. The resolution does not create any new rules, funding, or requirements.
What the bill does
- Formally commends Amy Owens by name for receiving the RN of the Year award from the Stars in Long Term Care program.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Amy Owens.
- Does not change any Georgia law, create funding, or establish any new program or requirement.
Who it affects
This resolution names Amy Owens specifically. It also references long-term and post-acute care professionals generally, and the elderly and disabled Georgians they serve, though it takes no legal action affecting these groups.
Why it matters
The resolution has no legal or regulatory effect. Its significance is symbolic: it is an official public statement by the Georgia Senate recognizing an individual's professional contributions to long-term care for seniors and people with disabilities.
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 has the Senate commend Amy Owens for receiving the RN of the Year award and offers well wishes.
- A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy available for distribution to Owens.
From the bill
“the members of this body commend Amy Owens, recipient of the RN 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
- Georgia Senate resolution
- long-term care
- nursing recognition
- ceremonial honors