HR2005: HR2005 American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists; 75th anniversary; recognize

26 LC 112 4049 House Resolution 2005 By: Representatives Camp of the 135th, New of the 40th, Westbrook of the 163rd, Hugley of the 141st, Ballard of the 147th, 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 H. R. 2005 - 1 - 26 LC 112 4049 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 HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that16 the members of this body recognize the American College of Obst etricians and17 Gynecologists upon the grand occasion of its 75th anniversary a nd commend its members18 for their dedication to improving the health of patients in the State of Georgia and beyond.19 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized20 and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to the21 American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.22 H. R. 2005 - 2 -