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GA HR1727
Resolution
Status
Passed
3/15/2016
Primary Sponsor
Mike Cheokas
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AI Summary
- Georgia House Resolution 1727 recognizes and commends Stuart Perry, founder of the Perry Wellness Center in Americus, Georgia, for nearly 30 years of service as a national behavioral health advocate
- Perry was diagnosed with major depression after a psychotic break in 1989 and has celebrated 20 full years of recovery, having witnessed his father's suicide from depression at age 21
- In 1994, he became one of the first certified consumer specialists in Georgia and has received numerous awards, including the Governor's first annual GOAL Award, the Clifford W. Beers Award, and the Welcome Back Lifetime Achievement Award from Eli Lilly
- Perry gained national recognition through his "Journey for Life," a walk from Americus, Georgia, to Chicago, Illinois, to deliver a message about mental illness recognition and treatment to the American Medical Association, supported by former First Lady Rosalynn Carter and Habitat for Humanity cofounders Millard and Linda Fuller
- The Clerk of the House of Representatives is directed to provide a copy of the resolution to Stuart Perry
Legislative Description
Perry, Stuart; commend
Last Action
House Read and Adopted
3/15/2016
Full Bill Text
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