SR 9 Georgia Senate · 2026 Special Session

Steves, Dr. Elma Mera; recognize and commend

This Senate resolution formally recognizes and commends Dr. Elma Mera Steves for her distinguished career in pediatric medicine and her long-term contributions to the community. The bill highlights her nearly 54 years of practice in Georgia, her role in founding major children's hospitals, and her leadership in medical organizations dedicated to healthcare access. It also notes her humanitarian work, including the founding of a medical society that provides care to underserved populations in Peru. Ultimately, the resolution serves as an official expression of gratitude from the state legislature for her decades of service and civic leadership.
Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Jun 2026
Committee Review
Senate Passage
Jun 2026
House Passage
Governor
Introduced Jun 20, 2026 Last action Jun 22, 2026
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This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
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2
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Committee
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Jun 22, 2026
Upper · Passed
Senate Read and Adopted
upper
Jun 20, 2026
Introduced
Senate Hopper
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Photo of Sally Harrell
Sally Harrell
DDemocratic
GA
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