Metcalfe, Dr. Contessa; commend
This is a ceremonial resolution (not a substantive bill) passed by the Georgia House of Representatives to formally recognize Dr. Contessa Metcalfe. It commends her for her work as a triple-board-certified physician, U.S. Navy veteran (flight surgeon), entrepreneur (owner of HauteDoc and Chastain Integrative Medicine), and advocate for diabetes awareness, criminal justice reform, and health equity. The resolution specifically highlights her service to Georgia citizens and her community work, particularly with veterans and marginalized groups. It has no policy impact or legal effect - it is purely an expression of appreciation.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2025
Committee Review
House Passage
Mar 2025
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Mar 4, 2025
Last action Mar 4, 2025
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
3
Key actions
1
Committee
0
Mar 4, 2025
Lower · Passed
House Read and Adopted
lower
Mar 4, 2025
Introduced
House Hopper
lower
5 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Arlene Beckles
DDemocratic
P
Bryce Berry
DDemocratic
P
Eric Bell
DDemocratic
P
Park Cannon
DDemocratic
P
Segun Adeyina
DDemocratic
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