SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 107

WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to recognize the state's certified registered nurse anesthetists in honor of National Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists Week in Texas, which is taking place January 22 through 28, 2023; and

WHEREAS, Certified registered nurse anesthetists are advanced practice registered nurses who play an essential role in our health care system; they are the sole providers of anesthesia care in the majority of rural Texas counties and are the primary providers of anesthesia care to United States military personnel; and

WHEREAS, Nurse anesthetists work across a broad spectrum of medical settings, and they have courageously continued to serve millions of patients each year throughout the COVID-19 pandemic; their expertise is a vital element of care in traditional surgical environments and in specialty clinics, and many certified registered nurse anesthetists travel across the country to assist where the need is greatest; and

WHEREAS, Texas is proud to recognize these trusted health care professionals who have devoted their careers to serving the citizens of the Lone Star State, and it is indeed fitting that a week be set aside to honor their many contributions to the health and well-being of Texans; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 88th Legislature, hereby commend all who serve as certified registered nurse anesthetists in Texas for the important role they play in the provision of high quality health care; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared in honor of these dedicated health care specialists.

Kolkhorst

________________________________

President of the Senate

I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on Feburary 7, 2023.

________________________________

Secretary of the Senate

________________________________

Member, Texas Senate