HR1172: HR1172 Dr. Indran B. Indrakrishnan Day at the state capitol; 02/10/26; recognize

This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honors Dr. Indran B. Indrakrishnan, a gastroenterologist and public health advocate, by naming February 10, 2026 as a day recognizing him at the state capitol. The resolution cites his role in convincing the Governor to proclaim February 4 as Georgia Cancer Day, described as the first general cancer awareness day in state history, as well as his broader work engaging policymakers and community groups on preventive care and health education. The resolution directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Dr. Indrakrishnan. It does not change any Georgia law, create any program, or spend any state funds; it is a ceremonial honor.

• Formally designates February 10, 2026 as Dr. Indran B. Indrakrishnan Day at the Georgia state capitol.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Dr. Indrakrishnan.
• Recites Dr. Indrakrishnan's role in the Governor's proclamation of February 4 as Georgia Cancer Day.

The resolution directly honors Dr. Indran B. Indrakrishnan, a gastroenterologist. It has no regulatory effect on other Georgians, though it references Georgia's broader public health and cancer awareness efforts.

This is a ceremonial honor rather than a policy change, so it does not alter any rights, duties, or funding for Georgians. Its practical effect is limited to an official recognition ceremony and a commemorative copy of the resolution.

• The whereas clauses describe Dr. Indrakrishnan's career as a gastroenterologist and his advocacy connecting policymakers, community organizations, and healthcare leaders.
• The resolution notes his role in the Governor's proclamation designating February 4 as Georgia Cancer Day, the first unified cancer awareness day in state history.
• The resolving clause designates February 10, 2026 as Dr. Indran B. Indrakrishnan Day at the State Capitol.
• A further resolved clause instructs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to provide a copy of the resolution to Dr. Indrakrishnan.

1. 2026-01-29House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-01-29House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-01-29House Hopper (House)

• Matt Reeves (R, HD-099)Primary sponsor
• Soo Hong (R, HD-103)
• Chuck Efstration (R, HD-104)
• Jasmine Clark (D, HD-108)
• Sandy Donatucci (R, HD-105)
• Scott Hilton (R, HD-048)

• ceremonial resolution
• public health
• cancer awareness
• state capitol recognition