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GA HR2117

Resolution

Status

Passed

3/29/2012

Primary Sponsor

Eugene Maddox

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Origin

House of Representatives

2011-2012 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Georgia House Resolution 2117, introduced by Representatives Reece of the 11th and Maddox of the 172nd, commends Firefighter Jim Purcell of the Trion Fire Department for his courageous and selfless service.
  • Firefighter Purcell was awarded a plaque for valor by the Georgia State Firefighters Association and Georgia Association of Fire Chiefs at the 40th annual Firefighter's Recognition Day.
  • Purcell responded to a cardiac arrest incident, performed life-saving support, and accompanied the EMS unit to Redmond Hospital to assist the paramedic and EMT.
  • The patient improved quickly with minimal residual effects from the cardiac arrest due to Purcell's extraordinary efforts, training, and experience.
  • The Clerk of the House of Representatives is directed to transmit a copy of the resolution to Firefighter Jim Purcell.

Legislative Description

Purcell, Firefighter Jim; commend

Last Action

House Read and Adopted

3/29/2012

Full Bill Text

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