Georgia CommonsSR 829: Nurses Day; recognize March 11, 2026
Last action February 24, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution recognizes March 11, 2026, as Nurses Day at the state capitol, honoring the state's registered nursing workforce.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate rather than a bill that changes state law. It designates March 11, 2026, as Nurses Day at the state capitol and praises the more than 170,000 registered nurses in Georgia for their role in hospital and outpatient care. The resolution notes trends like an aging population, fewer rural healthcare options, and growth in home healthcare that are increasing demand for nursing services. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to make copies available to the public and press. It does not create funding, requirements, or penalties.
What the bill does
- Formally designates March 11, 2026, as Nurses Day at the Georgia state capitol.
- Commends Georgia's registered nurses for their role in hospital, outpatient, and home healthcare.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press.
- Creates no new law, funding, or enforceable requirement; it is a symbolic statement by the Senate.
Who it affects
Registered nurses across Georgia, including those working in hospitals, outpatient clinics, and home healthcare, along with the Georgia Nurses Association, which the resolution references as an advocacy group for the profession.
Why it matters
The resolution has no legal or funding effect on nurses or healthcare in Georgia. Its practical impact is a one-day recognition event at the capitol that publicly acknowledges the nursing profession's role in the state's healthcare system.
Key provisions
- The resolution's operative clause recognizes March 11, 2026, as Nurses Day at the state capitol and commends the nursing workforce.
- A final clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press.
- The whereas clauses cite over 170,000 registered nurses in Georgia and rising demand for nursing services but create no binding policy.
From the bill
“the members of this body recognize March 11, 2026, as Nurses Day at the state capitol and commend the men and women of our nursing workforce for their strength, leadership, and courage”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Matt Brass (R, SD-006)
- Ben Watson (R, SD-001)
- Kay Kirkpatrick (R, SD-032)
- Ed Setzler (R, SD-037)
- Nan Orrock (D, SD-036)
- Randy Robertson (R, SD-029)
- Mike Hodges (R, SD-003)
- Brian Strickland (R, SD-042)
- Bo Hatchett (R, SD-050)
- Randal Mangham (D, SD-055)
- Chuck Hufstetler (R, SD-052)
- Bill Cowsert (R, SD-046)
- Russ Goodman (R, SD-008)
- David Lucas (D, SD-026)
- Sonya Halpern (D, SD-039)
- Nikki Merritt (D, SD-009)
Topics
- nurses
- healthcare workforce
- state capitol recognition
- Georgia Senate resolution