ENROLLED 2016 Regular Session HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 195 BY REPRESENTATIVES BROADWATER AND BERTHELOT A RESOLUTION To commend the members of the Louisiana Athletic Trainers Association for their dedicated hard work on behalf of the athletes of Louisiana and to designate May 24, 2016, as Louisiana Athletic Trainers Association Day at the state capitol. WHEREAS, Louisiana Athletic Trainers Association (LATA) members are skilled healthcare professionals trained in the prevention, emergency management, evaluation, and therapeutic intervention of sports-related injuries and conditions; and WHEREAS, the mission statement of the national association is to represent, engage, and foster the continued growth and development of the athletic training profession and athletic trainers as unique healthcare providers; and WHEREAS, athletic training is an allied healthcare profession recognized by the American Medical Association, and certification in the profession requires strict educational standards based on specific knowledge and skills; certified athletic trainers have a long history of providing quality healthcare for athletes and individuals engaged in physical activity; and WHEREAS, the hard work of the men and women of LATA has allowed citizens of Louisiana to participate in meaningful and rewarding athletic competitions throughout the state and nation. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the House of Representatives of the Legislature of Louisiana does hereby commend the members of the Louisiana Athletic Trainers Association for their outstanding achievements; does hereby recognize and record for posterity their unwavering commitment to excellence in service to the citizens of the state; does hereby extend enduring appreciation for the pride and honor they bring to Louisiana; and does hereby designate May 24, 2016, as LATA Day at the state capitol. Page 1 of 2 HR NO. 195 ENROLLED BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a suitable copy of this Resolution be transmitted to Gerard White, LATA president. SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Page 2 of 2