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GA SR779

Resolution

Status

Passed

3/25/2022

Primary Sponsor

Russ Goodman

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Origin

Senate

2021-2022 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Georgia Senate recognizes and commends South Georgia Medical Center (SGMC) for its role in delivering quality healthcare and providing essential services during the COVID-19 pandemic
  • SGMC employs more than 3,000 individuals and is one of the largest employers in Lowndes County, with an annual economic impact exceeding $1 billion
  • SGMC operates four hospital campuses, 11 primary care clinics, and 27 specialty care offices, and provides care to every individual regardless of ability to pay
  • SGMC annually records more than 740,000 patient encounters, performs over 20,000 surgeries, delivers 2,000 babies, has more than 100,000 emergency room visits, and has recruited 20 new physicians to South Georgia
  • Secretary of the Senate is directed to provide an appropriate copy of the resolution to South Georgia Medical Center

Legislative Description

South Georgia Medical Center; recognize

Last Action

Senate Read and Adopted

3/25/2022

Full Bill Text

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