Georgia CommonsSR 745: Georgia's Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists; recognize
Last action February 11, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution formally recognizes and commends the state's Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists for their work providing anesthesia care across Georgia, including in rural hospitals.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate, not a change to state law. It honors Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs), advanced practice nurses who administer anesthesia and manage pain for patients in hospitals, surgery centers, dental and medical offices, and the VA Healthcare System. The resolution recounts the history of CRNAs in Georgia, dating to 1916 at Grady Hospital in Atlanta, and notes that the Georgia Association of Nurse Anesthetists, founded in 1938, now has more than 1,600 members. It highlights that CRNAs make up more than 80 percent of anesthesia providers in rural Georgia counties and that many rural hospitals rely on them, including for obstetric and pain management care where physicians may not be available. The Senate resolves to commend CRNAs and directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies to the public and press.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Georgia's Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) for their role in patient care across the state.
- States the Senate's appreciation but does not create, change, or repeal any law, funding, or regulation.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists and their professional association, the Georgia Association of Nurse Anesthetists. It also references rural hospitals, obstetric care providers, and patients who rely on CRNAs for anesthesia and pain management, especially in areas without physician anesthesia providers.
Why it matters
Because this is a commendatory resolution rather than a law, it has no direct legal or regulatory effect on how CRNAs practice, are licensed, or are paid in Georgia. Its main practical effect is public recognition, distributed by the Secretary of the Senate to the public and press.
Key provisions
- The resolution's whereas clauses describe CRNA history in Georgia and their role providing anesthesia in hospitals, surgery centers, and rural areas.
- The first resolving clause states the Senate recognizes and commends CRNAs for their dedication to Georgians' health and well-being.
- The second resolving clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make copies available to the public and press.
From the bill
“CRNAs represent more than 80 percent of the anesthesia providers in rural counties, and many rural hospitals often rely on independently practicing CRNAs for anesthesia care”
“the members of this body recognize and commend Georgia's Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists for their dedication to the health and well-being of the citizens of this state”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Matt Brass (R, SD-006)
- Larry Walker (R, SD-020)
- Jason Anavitarte (R, SD-031)
- Shawn Still (R, SD-048)
- Mike Hodges (R, SD-003)
- Ed Setzler (R, SD-037)
- Ben Watson (R, SD-001)
- Kay Kirkpatrick (R, SD-032)
- Randy Robertson (R, SD-029)
- Chuck Hufstetler (R, SD-052)
- Frank Ginn (R, SD-047)
- Ricky Williams (R, SD-025)
- Clint Dixon (R, SD-045)
- Bo Hatchett (R, SD-050)
- Sally Harrell (D, SD-040)
- Randal Mangham (D, SD-055)
- Chuck Payne (R, SD-054)
- Brian Strickland (R, SD-042)
- Drew Echols (R, SD-049)
- Jason T. Dickerson (R, SD-021)
- Max Burns (R, SD-023)
- RaShaun Kemp (D, SD-038)
Topics
- nurse anesthetists
- rural health care
- Georgia Senate resolution
- anesthesia care
- health care workforce