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SR 851: Georgia Senate; creation of a life sciences caucus; encourage

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Senate Resolution 851

By: Senators Hufstetler of the 52nd, Watson of the 1st, Echols of the 49th, Still of the 48th, Summers of the 13th and others

A RESOLUTION

Encouraging the creation of a life sciences caucus in the Georgia Senate; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, the Georgia Senate recognizes the life sciences sector as a critical component of this state's economic growth, workforce development, and public health infrastructure impacting urban, suburban, and rural communities in this state; and

WHEREAS, the life sciences encompass the scientific study of living organisms and life related processes and span diverse fields, including biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, diagnostics, industrial biotechnology, and agricultural biotechnology; and

WHEREAS, Georgia is home to world-class research universities, academic medical centers, technical colleges, innovative start-ups and established companies, and local, regional, national, and global manufacturers that focus on the life sciences and contribute significantly to this state's economic competitiveness; and

WHEREAS, continued advancement in therapeutics, diagnostics, medical devices, and agricultural innovation by the life sciences sector is essential to improving patient outcomes, strengthening food security and sustainable practices, addressing unfulfilled medical needs, and enhancing quality of life; and

WHEREAS, the life sciences sector provides high-income employment opportunities that require diverse skill sets and contribute significantly to this state's workforce development and long-term economic competitiveness; and

WHEREAS, continued investments in infrastructure, talent development, education, and advanced manufacturing in the life sciences sector strengthen this state's position as a leader in innovation and enhance healthcare access, food security, environmental sustainability, and public health in this state; and

WHEREAS, policymakers will benefit from ongoing education and engagement with life sciences industry leaders, academic institutions, workforce partners, and patient communities to better understand the opportunities and challenges facing this rapidly evolving sector; and

WHEREAS, a life sciences caucus in the Georgia Senate will establish a bipartisan forum for legislators to develop a comprehensive understanding of this state's life sciences ecosystem and promote education and dialogue regarding workforce development, research, innovation, manufacturing, and commercialization; and

WHEREAS, a life sciences caucus in the Georgia Senate will allow legislators to support policies that enhance the state's competitiveness and foster a strong environment for growth and investment in the life sciences sector and engage with stakeholders through briefings, site visits, and informational sessions to better inform legislative decision making.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body encourage the creation of a life sciences caucus in the Georgia Senate. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to the public and the press.