SR 567: State Prader-Willi Syndrome Awareness Day; express support for the designation

This resolution does not create new law. Instead, the Georgia Senate uses it to state its support for setting aside a day at the Capitol to recognize Prader-Willi syndrome, a genetic disorder that causes extreme hunger, obesity, cognitive and behavioral difficulties, and a need for lifelong supervision. The resolution recites background on the disorder, including its rarity, its health effects, and the lack of a cure, then formally resolves that Senate members support the awareness day designation. It also directs the Secretary of the Senate to make copies available to the public and the press. It does not fund programs, create legal requirements, or change any Georgia statute.

• States the Senate's support for designating a Prader-Willi Syndrome Awareness Day at the Georgia Capitol.
• Recognizes advocates and organizations that promote research, education, and support for people affected by Prader-Willi syndrome.
• Directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and the press.
• Creates no funding, legal requirement, or change to Georgia statute; it is a statement of the Senate's position.

The resolution mainly speaks to people living with Prader-Willi syndrome and their families, along with advocacy organizations and health professionals who support them. It does not impose any obligations on state agencies, businesses, or the general public.

While the resolution carries no legal force, it signals official recognition from the Georgia Senate of Prader-Willi syndrome and the challenges it causes, which can raise public awareness and support the visibility of advocacy and research efforts tied to the disorder.

• The whereas clauses describe Prader-Willi syndrome's prevalence (about 1 in 15,000 births), its link to morbid obesity, and its cognitive and behavioral effects.
• The resolved clause states the Senate's support for designating a Prader-Willi Syndrome Awareness Day at the Capitol.
• A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make copies available for distribution to the public and press.

1. 2026-02-26Senate Passed/Adopted By Substitute (Senado)
2. 2026-02-25Senate Read Second Time (Senado)
3. 2026-02-24Senate Committee Favorably Reported By Substitute (Senado)
4. 2026-01-14Senate Read and Referred (Senado)
5. 2026-01-13Senate Hopper (Senado)

• Kay Kirkpatrick (R, SD-032)Patrocinador principal
• Chuck Hufstetler (R, SD-052)
• Ben Watson (R, SD-001)
• Max Burns (R, SD-023)
• Bo Hatchett (R, SD-050)
• Carden Summers (R, SD-013)
• Jason Anavitarte (R, SD-031)
• John Albers (R, SD-056)
• Shawn Still (R, SD-048)
• Randy Robertson (R, SD-029)
• Greg Dolezal (R, SD-027)
• Larry Walker (R, SD-020)
• Blake Tillery (R, SD-019)
• Clint Dixon (R, SD-045)
• Bill Cowsert (R, SD-046)

1. AprobadaVotación: Senado26 de febrero de 2026

   48 a favor, 0 en contra (5 sin votar, 2 ausentes)

   Consent Calendar Expressing The Will Of The Senate: Senate Vote #590

• Prader-Willi syndrome
• disability awareness
• genetic disorders
• Georgia Senate resolutions
• public health