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MS HR122
Resolution
Status
3/29/2022
Primary Sponsor
Tom Miles
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AI Summary
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Commends Dr. Thomas Dobbs for his service as Mississippi State Health Officer, particularly for leading the state through the COVID-19 pandemic
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Dr. Dobbs announced his resignation effective end of July 2022 after serving as State Health Officer since December 2018
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Recognizes his extensive medical background including degrees from Emory University and University of Alabama at Birmingham, board certification in internal medicine and infectious diseases, and prior roles as State Epidemiologist (2012-2016) and District Health Officer
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Acknowledges his leadership during the COVID-19 crisis beginning in March 2020, managing overwhelmed hospitals, developing response plans, and serving as the state's consistent public health voice
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Directs copies of the resolution be furnished to Dr. Dobbs, the State Department of Health, and the Capitol Press Corps
Legislative Description
Dr. Thomas Dobbs; commend for his service to Mississippi during his time as State Health Officer.
Last Action
Enrolled Bill Signed
3/29/2022