Georgia CommonsSR 66: Hemophilia of Georgia; recognize
Last action January 30, 2025 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution formally recognizes Hemophilia of Georgia, a Sandy Springs based nonprofit that supports Georgians with hemophilia and other bleeding disorders, for its decades of work in the state.
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In plain language
This resolution does not change any Georgia law. It is a ceremonial statement from the Senate honoring Hemophilia of Georgia, a nonprofit founded in 1973 that provides pharmacy, nursing, social work, and educational services to people with hemophilia, von Willebrand Disease, and other inherited bleeding disorders. The resolution lists the organization's accomplishments, including its six-star status and Chapter of Excellence recognition from the National Hemophilia Foundation, dual pharmacy accreditation, its summer camp for children with bleeding disorders, and its research partnerships with St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and Emory University's Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center. The Senate resolves to extend its commendation to the organization, its staff, volunteers, and the people it serves, and directs the Secretary of the Senate to provide a copy of the resolution to Hemophilia of Georgia.
What the bill does
- Formally commends Hemophilia of Georgia and its staff, volunteers, and clients for their work, without creating any new law or funding.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and deliver a copy of the resolution to Hemophilia of Georgia.
- Documents the organization's history, accreditations, and partnerships in the legislative record.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names Hemophilia of Georgia, its staff and volunteers, and the Georgians with hemophilia, von Willebrand Disease, and other bleeding disorders that the organization serves. It has no binding effect on other individuals, agencies, or businesses.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or funding consequences; it is a symbolic gesture of appreciation. Its practical effect is limited to giving Hemophilia of Georgia formal recognition in the legislative record, which the organization may use for publicity or morale purposes.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe Hemophilia of Georgia's history since 1973, its services, staff, accreditations, and partnerships with research institutions.
- The first resolving clause extends the Senate's commendation to the organization, its staff, volunteers, and the people it serves.
- The second resolving clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy of the resolution available to Hemophilia of Georgia.
From the bill
“Hemophilia of Georgia is a nationally and internationally recognized nonprofit based in Sandy Springs that provides services and support to Georgians who have hemophilia, von Willebrand Disease, and other inherited bleeding disorders”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Josh McLaurin (D, SD-014)
- Matt Brass (R, SD-006)
- Ricky Williams (R, SD-025)
- RaShaun Kemp (D, SD-038)
- Chuck Payne (R, SD-054)
- Russ Goodman (R, SD-008)
- Michael Rhett (D, SD-033)
Topics
- hemophilia
- bleeding disorders
- nonprofit recognition
- Sandy Springs
- health care