HR1038: HR1038 HealthMPowers; 25 years of service and leadership in advancing youth health; recognize

26 LC 129 0613 House Resolution 1038 By: Representatives Lupton of the 83rd and Roberts of the 52nd A RESOLUTION Recognizing HealthMPowers for 25 years of service and leadershi p in advancing youth1 health; and for other purposes.2 WHEREAS, HealthMPowers has served the State of Georgia for twen ty-five years,3 championing access to health and nutrition for children and families; and4 WHEREAS, the organization has demonstrated unwavering commitment to improving health5 outcomes through evidence-based programs, school partnerships, and community6 engagement in nearly every school district across Georgia; and7 WHEREAS, HealthMPowers has prioritized the voices of young peop le, recognizing that8 youth leadership is essential to shaping sustainable solutions for a healthier future; and9 WHEREAS, through initiatives such as youth advisory boards, adv ocacy training, and10 leadership development, HealthMPowers empowers young people to become catalysts for11 change in their schools and communities; and12 H. R. 1038 - 1 - 26 LC 129 0613 WHEREAS, HealthMPowers has remained steadfast in its mission, a dapting to evolving13 needs and continuing to create value and impact across Georgia while upholding the vision14 of founders Andy Isakson, brother of the late Senator Johnny Is akson, and Mary Johnson. 15 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that16 the members of this body commend HealthMPowers for 25 years of service, innovation, and17 leadership in advancing health equity and fostering youth leade rship, and recognize the18 organization's future-forward vision to build the leadership ca pacity of young people as a19 cornerstone of a healthier Georgia for generations to come.20 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized21 and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution ava ilable for distribution to22 HealthMPowers.23 H. R. 1038 - 2 -