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COMMENDATIONS: Commends the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists on the occasion of its seventy-fifth anniversary

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Annie Spell

Louisiana House resolution commends ACOG for its 75th anniversary and its ongoing work to improve maternal health, patient-physician relationships, and access to obstetric-gynecolo

Taken by the Clerk of the House and presented to the Secretary of State in accordance with the Rules of the House.
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Bill Summary · HR 192

Summary: House Resolution 192 (2026) – Louisiana Commendation for ACOG

Overview

  • Bill Type: House Resolution (HR)
  • Session: 2026 Regular Session, Louisiana
  • Sponsor: Rep. Annie Spell (co-sponsor)
  • Title/Purpose: Commends the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) on the occasion of its 75th anniversary.

1) Main Purpose and Intent

  • The resolution formally commends ACOG for reaching its seventy-fifth anniversary (founded in 1951).
  • It acknowledges ACOG’s role in advancing patient health through clinical practice, education, advocacy, and research.
  • It recognizes ACOG’s representation of healthcare professionals nationwide and its presence in Louisiana (more than 700 ACOG members in the state) who provide obstetric and gynecologic care.

2) Key Provisions and Changes

  • The document states:
    • ACOG’s long-standing efforts to improve maternal health, protect the patient–physician relationship, and ensure access to healthcare.
    • ACOG’s work toward a stronger, more sustainable practice environment for obstetrician-gynecologists and their patients.
    • The anniversary serves as an opportunity to acknowledge historical contributions and reaffirm commitment to patient health in Louisiana.
  • Nature of Provision: Non-binding ceremonial acknowledgment; no creation of new programs, funding, or statutory changes.

3) Affected Parties

  • Primary focus: ACOG as an organization and its members.
  • Direct beneficiaries/mentions: Louisiana physicians who are members of ACOG and their patients, through acknowledgment of ongoing contributions to maternal health and access to care.
  • No new regulatory requirements, funding allocations, or policy mandates are created.

4) Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Action history: The measure was read by title on April 23, 2026.
  • Status: A ceremonial resolution; typically adopted to recognize an organization’s milestone and encourage appreciation.
  • Effective date: Not applicable in the same sense as a statute; resolutions take effect upon adoption by the House.

Additional Context

  • The resolution emphasizes the collaboration between ACOG and its Louisiana members in promoting health initiatives and sustaining obstetric-gynecologic practice.
  • It serves as a formal expression of appreciation from the Louisiana House of Representatives.

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