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GA SR1302
Resolution
Status
Passed
3/22/2010
Primary Sponsor
Don Balfour
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AI Summary
- Georgia Senate Resolution 1302 recognizes and commends Ms. Marie Ann Payne of Lawrenceville, Georgia, for her courageous actions in helping save the life of a fellow motorist on February 10, 2010
- On Interstate 85 in Gwinnett County, Ms. Payne observed an out-of-control van with an unresponsive driver, positioned her car in front of the van to stop it, and with the help of another motorist broke the van's window using a tire iron to gain access to the unconscious 65-year-old driver
- Ms. Payne attended to the driver while another volunteer administered CPR, ultimately stabilizing the man so he could be transported to the hospital for treatment
- Ms. Payne received first responder training from the Demorest Fire Department and Habersham County Fire Department, inspired to become a volunteer firefighter by her uncle Barry Nation and by witnessing her grandmother's sudden death from a heart attack
- The resolution directs the Secretary of the Senate to transmit an appropriate copy to Ms. Payne, extending the body's sincere gratitude for her bravery and selfless dedication
Legislative Description
Payne, Ms. Marie Ann; recognize
Last Action
Senate Read and Adopted
3/22/2010
Full Bill Text
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