Senate Resolution 894
By: Senators Wicks of the 34th, Rhett of the 33rd and Harbison of the 15th
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commending Cotrina Yvette Echols Norris; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, Cotrina Yvette Echols Norris honorably served as a guardian of this nation's
freedom and liberty within the United States Army Reserve Nurse Corps, earning her
commission in 1996 and exemplifying dedication to duty through her compassionate medical
care; and
WHEREAS, during her eight years of service as a critical care nurse, she participated in an
overseas medical mission to Ecuador, during which she provided care to more than 7,000
patients, and received the Army Commendation Medal; and
WHEREAS, following her military career, she has sustained her lifelong commitment to
healthcare, veterans, and community well-being through ongoing service, volunteerism, and
civic engagement; and
WHEREAS, she has recently completed the Registered Nurse Reentry Program at Clayton
State University, and she plans to continue serving those who have served this nation through
future employment at a Veterans Hospital; and
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that this veteran and healthcare professional
be appropriately honored for her military service and consistent dedication to her fellow
citizens.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body
recognize and commend Cotrina Yvette Echols Norris for her honorable military service,
dedication to healthcare, and her commitment to serving veterans and communities as well
as extend best wishes for continued success.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed
to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Cotrina Yvette
Echols Norris.