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GA SR1520
Resolution
Status
Passed
4/21/2010
Primary Sponsor
Earl Carter
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AI Summary
- Patrick McGlade, a 21-year-old VCU graduate with a degree in business marketing, is recognized and commended by the Georgia Senate for his extraordinary athletic and humanitarian achievements.
- McGlade ran across the United States from Huntington Beach, California, to Tybee Island, Georgia, starting January 2, 2010, and finishing April 23, 2010—a journey of more than 2,400 miles through eight states and over 50 towns and cities.
- The cross-country run took approximately 4 months, with McGlade averaging the equivalent of a marathon per day to raise money and awareness for the Arthritis Foundation, specifically for juvenile arthritis.
- The resolution highlights that arthritis affects over 300,000 children in America, and McGlade dedicated his run to young people unable to run due to the disease.
- The Secretary of the Senate is directed to provide an appropriate copy of the resolution to Patrick McGlade.
Legislative Description
McGlade, Patrick; recognize
Last Action
Senate Read and Adopted
4/21/2010
Full Bill Text
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