Georgia CommonsSenate · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session
SR 477: Burrell, Carol H.; recognize
Last action March 28, 2025 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution formally recognizes Carol H. Burrell, longtime president and chief executive officer of Northeast Georgia Health System, for her leadership and career achievements.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate, not a change to state law. It honors Carol H. Burrell, who has led Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) as president and CEO since 2011, for growing the organization and her service to the community. The resolution recounts her career, noting NGHS grew from a single hospital into one of Georgia's largest health systems with a yearly economic impact of about $7.5 billion and more than 12,000 employees. It also lists her professional recognitions and civic involvement. The Senate resolves to commend her and directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide her with a copy of the resolution.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Carol H. Burrell for her service as president and CEO of Northeast Georgia Health System.
- States the Senate's praise for her leadership in growing NGHS and her community involvement.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Carol H. Burrell.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement; it is a symbolic honor only.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names Carol H. Burrell, president and CEO of Northeast Georgia Health System. It has no regulatory or financial effect on other Georgians, businesses, or agencies.
Why it matters
This resolution has no practical effect on Georgia law, funding, or regulation. It matters mainly as a public, official acknowledgment by the Georgia Senate of one individual's career and community contributions.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe Carol H. Burrell's tenure as NGHS president and CEO since 2011 and the health system's growth under her leadership.
- The resolving clause has the Senate recognize and commend her for her service and wish her future health and success.
- A further resolving clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to Burrell.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize and commend Carol H. Burrell for her years of dedicated, effective, and efficient service as well as extend sincere best wishes for future health, happiness, and success”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Drew Echols (R, SD-49)
- Bo Hatchett (R, SD-50)
- Steve Gooch (R, SD-51)
- Clint Dixon (R, SD-45)
- Frank Ginn (R, SD-47)
Topics
- Senate resolution
- healthcare leadership
- Northeast Georgia Health System
- ceremonial recognition