10 LC 94 2605

House Resolution 1585

By: Representative Dollar of the 45th

A RESOLUTION

Commending registered dieticians and recognizing March 10, 2010, as Registered Dieticians Day at the state capitol; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, registered dietitians are the food and nutrition experts who translate the science of nutrition into practical solutions for healthy living; and

WHEREAS, registered dietitians have degrees in nutrition, dietetics, public health, or a related field from well-respected, accredited colleges and universities; and

WHEREAS, these dedicated professionals use their nutrition expertise to help individuals make unique, positive lifestyle changes; and

WHEREAS, registered dietitians work throughout the community in hospitals, schools, public health clinics, nursing homes, fitness centers, food management, food industry, universities, research facilities, and private practice; and

WHEREAS, registered dietitians are advocates for advancing the nutritional status of Americans and people around the world; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the outstanding accomplishments of this distinguished profession be appropriately recognized for the advice, counsel, and expertise they provide to Georgians.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body honor and commend registered dieticians for their many years of efficient, effective, unselfish, and dedicated public service to the citizens of this state and recognize March 10, 2010, as Registered Dieticians Day at the state capitol.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to members of the public and the press.