ENROLLED
2019 Regular Session
HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 61
BY REPRESENTATIVE HOFFMANN
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 Tuesday, April 23,
2019, as Louisiana Athletic Trainers 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 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 a person to meet
strict educational standards based on specific knowledge and skills; and
WHEREAS, 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 Tuesday, April 23, 2019, as Louisiana Athletic
Trainers Day at the state capitol.
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a suitable copy of this Resolution be transmitted
to Cary Berthelot, LATA president, and Cindy Bishop.
SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
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