Birth Responders Day; May 8, 2026; recognize
This bill designates May 8, 2026, as Birth Responders Day to recognize the work of Birth Responders, an organization founded by Safira Zayas that provides maternal transport, emergency support, and wellness services. The resolution honors the organization's mission to improve maternal health outcomes for women and families in Georgia, particularly in underserved and rural communities. It also acknowledges the initiative's efforts to create career opportunities for birth workers and promote education on infant safety and emergency preparedness. The bill is a ceremonial proclamation with no changes to existing laws or funding.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
House Passage
Mar 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Mar 19, 2026
Last action Mar 19, 2026
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
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Total actions
3
Key actions
1
Committee
0
Mar 19, 2026
Lower · Passed
House Read and Adopted
lower
Mar 19, 2026
Introduced
House Hopper
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Park Cannon
DDemocratic
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