Georgia 2023-2024 Regular Session

Georgia House Bill HR1620

Introduced
3/26/24  
Introduced
3/26/24  
Enrolled
3/26/24  

Caption

American Lung Association; 120th year anniversary; recognize

Impact

By recognizing the American Lung Association, this resolution reinforces the importance of public health advocacy organizations in the United States. It emphasizes the need for continued commitment to lung health and the prevention of lung diseases, which remain significant public health challenges. The resolution supports the Association's role in pushing forward legislative changes that positively impact air quality and health standards, encouraging a public dialogue about respiratory health issues and tobacco control policies.

Summary

House Resolution 1620 recognizes and commends the American Lung Association on its 120th anniversary. Established in 1904, the organization has been pivotal in advancing lung health through education, research, and advocacy. The resolution highlights key achievements of the Association over the decades, including its focus on respiratory diseases, contributions to public health policy, and initiatives aimed at combating tobacco use and improving air quality across the United States. The resolution not only celebrates the organization's long-standing service but also its ongoing efforts towards improving lung health and public awareness regarding respiratory issues.

Contention

While the resolution is largely celebratory and non-controversial, it does indirectly point to ongoing debates around tobacco regulation and its implications for public health. The American Lung Association's advocacy, particularly in relation to smoking cessation and the regulation of tobacco products, encounters resistance from various stakeholders in the tobacco industry. Thus, while HR1620 is a positive acknowledgment of the Association's contributions, it also highlights the broader context of public health advocacy against the backdrop of existing legislative and industry interests.

Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

GA HR148

National African American Gun Association; 10th anniversary; recognize

GA HR63

Chinese-American Business Association of Atlanta; 32nd anniversary; recognize

GA HR896

Georgia Pharmacy Association; 150th anniversary; recognize

GA HR15

Berean Seventh-day Adventist Church; 120th anniversary; recognize

GA HR365

Georgia Association of Manufacturers; 125th anniversary of its formation; recognize

GA HR1126

Most Worshipful Prince Hall Butler Lodge #226; 120th anniversary; recognize

GA HR1080

Vietnamese American Community of Georgia; 30th anniversary; recognize

GA HR932

Recognizing the 120th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the United States of America and the Republic of Bulgaria.

GA HR59

Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of Korean American Day at the state capitol; recognize

GA HR151

Archibald Bulloch Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution; 61st anniversary; recognize

Similar Bills

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