Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas House Bill HR1937

Caption

Congratulating Dr. Angela Gardner of The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston on her election as president of the American College of Emergency Physicians.

Impact

As a resolution, HR1937 serves to honor Dr. Gardner rather than to directly impact state laws. However, by acknowledging her achievements and role in advocating for emergency medicine, it may indirectly support ongoing discussions about public health policies and reforms at the state and national levels. The resolution reflects a growing recognition of the importance of emergency care in the medical community and may inspire further legislative actions related to healthcare.

Summary

HR1937 aims to congratulate Dr. Angela Gardner on her election as president of the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP). The resolution highlights Dr. Gardner’s educational background, including her medical degree from Texas Tech Health Sciences Center and her residency at the Texas Tech Regional Academic Health Center. It recognizes her current position as an assistant professor at The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, along with her active contributions to emergency medicine and patient advocacy. Dr. Gardner’s role in the passage of medical liability reform in Texas is also emphasized, illustrating her commitment to enhancing access to quality emergency care.

Contention

While the bill itself is primarily a congratulatory message, it touches upon the larger context of healthcare legislation and reform. Controversy and discussion may arise from varying opinions on medical liability laws and access to emergency services. Supporters may view Dr. Gardner's leadership as a positive step towards necessary reforms, while opponents may raise concerns about balancing patient care with legal protections for healthcare providers. Ultimately, while HR1937 is non-controversial as a resolution, it highlights critical issues in the healthcare system that could influence future legislative efforts.

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Previously Filed As

TX HR94

Congratulating Dr. Cheryl Sparks on her 70th birthday and commending her for her service as president of Howard College.

TX HR465

Congratulating Dr. Claudia F. Lucchinetti on her appointment as dean of The University of Texas at Austin's Dell Medical School.

TX HR1697

Congratulating Dr. Philip L. Leggett on his receipt of a 2023 Ashbel Smith Distinguished Alumni Award from The University of Texas Medical Branch John Sealy School of Medicine Alumni Association.

TX HR2197

Congratulating Dr. Karen Campion of Bryan on her election as president of the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards.

TX SCR54

Recognizing E. Linda Villarreal for her service as president of the Texas Medical Association.

TX HR651

Congratulating Dr. Denise M. Trauth on her retirement as president of Texas State University.

TX HR48

Congratulating Zenia Warren of Killeen on her election as president of the Texas Federation of Republican Women.

TX HR1688

Commending Dr. Sylvia Trent-Adams on her appointment as president of the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth.

TX HR1454

Congratulating Dr. Dahlia Guerra of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley on receiving the Ohtli Award from the Mexican Consulate in McAllen.

TX HR1523

Congratulating Dr. Luis H. Zayas on his appointment as provost and senior vice president of academic affairs of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley.

Similar Bills

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