SR1004: SR1004 American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists; recognize

26 LC 112 4023 Senate Resolution 1004 By: Senators Watson of the 1st, Kirkpatrick of the 32nd, Anavitarte of the 31st, Cowsert of the 46th, Walker III of the 20th and others A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists on1 its 75th anniversary; and for other purposes.2 WHEREAS, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) was founded3 in 1951, and for 75 years, it has advanced the health and well- being of patients through4 excellence in clinical practice, education, advocacy, and research; and5 WHEREAS, ACOG represents more than 62,000 health care professio nals nationwide,6 including 1,727 members in Georgia, who provide essential obstetric and gynecologic care7 to patients across the state; and8 WHEREAS, ACOG and its members in Georgia have championed initia tives to improve9 maternal health, protect the patient-physician relationship, protect access to health care for10 all individuals, and legally protect access to IVF; and11 WHEREAS, ACOG works to create a stronger, more sustainable practice environment for12 obstetrician-gynecologists and their patients; and13 S. R. 1004 - 1 - 26 LC 112 4023 WHEREAS, the 75th anniversary of ACOG offers an opportunity to recognize its historic14 contributions and reaffirm our commitment to advancing the health of patients in Georgia.15 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body16 recognize the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists upon the grand occasion17 of its 75th anniversary and commend its members for their dedication to improving the health18 of patients in the State of Georgia and beyond.19 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed20 to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for di stribution to the American21 College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.22 S. R. 1004 - 2 -