Bill > SR478

This resolution congratulates the Georgia Pharmacy Association (GPhA) on its 150th anniversary, recognizing the organization's significant contributions to pharmacy in Georgia since its founding in October 1875. The resolution highlights the association's advocacy for various pharmacy professionals, including independent, retail, and hospital pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, owners, and students. It acknowledges the GPhA's pivotal role in establishing early pharmacy education and licensure guidelines in the state, and notes the innovative contributions of Georgia pharmacists, such as their involvement in formulating iconic beverages like Coca-Cola and RC Cola. The resolution also emphasizes the association's ongoing commitment to improving public health through services like immunizations, medication therapy management, and counseling. With over 14,000 licensed pharmacists and 26,000 pharmacy technicians, the Georgia Pharmacy Association continues to serve as the "Voice of Pharmacy" in the state. The resolution formally congratulates the association on its milestone anniversary and wishes its members continued success, with instructions for the Senate Secretary to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press.

https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/71717