A concurrent RESOLUTION

 

TO RECOGNIZE AND HONOR Pediatricians, pediatric subspecialists, and pediatric trainees AND TO DECLARE APRIL 1, 2025, AS "SOUTH CAROLINA PEDIATRICianS DAY" IN the Palmetto State.

 

Whereas, the South Carolina General Assembly values the critical work of pediatricians to the citizens of the Palmetto State, and the members welcome them to the State House; and

 

Whereas, the pediatricians, pediatric subspecialists, pediatric advanced practice providers, and pediatric trainees work toward establishing a safe environment for children; and

 

Whereas, pediatricians, pediatric subspecialists, pediatric advanced practice providers, and pediatric trainees promote the availability of universal vaccines, promote healthcare access and the financial reform of the healthcare system, promote family support and a nurturing environment, and advocate for the needs of children; and

 

Whereas, pediatricians, pediatric subspecialists, pediatric advanced practice providers, and pediatric trainees seek to enhance communication with parents in South Carolina, and others invested in the health and well-being of children; and

 

Whereas, the General Assembly encourages all South Carolinians to support the efforts of pediatricians, pediatric subspecialists, pediatric advanced practice providers, and pediatric trainees and to understand the strategic role these experts have in the health and welfare of our citizens. Now, therefore,

 

Be it resolved by the House of Representatives, the Senate concurring:

 

That the members of the South Carolina General Assembly, by this resolution, recognize and honor pediatricians, pediatric subspecialists, pediatric advanced practice providers, and pediatric trainees and declare April 1, 2025, as "South Carolina Pediatricians Day" in the Palmetto State.

 

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to South Carolina pediatricians, pediatric subspecialists, pediatric advanced practice providers, and pediatric trainees.

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