SR107: SR107 Jackson, Essie Mae; condolences

This resolution is a formal tribute from the Georgia Senate to Essie Mae Jackson, who passed away on January 25, 2025. It recounts her life as a devoted church member who cooked for her congregation, a mother of six children, and a woman remembered for her integrity, kindness, and community involvement. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It formally expresses the Senate's condolences and directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for delivery to Jackson's family.

• Formally expresses the Georgia Senate's condolences on the death of Essie Mae Jackson.
• Recounts biographical details about her life, family, faith, and community involvement for the official record.
• Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to her family.

The resolution directly concerns the family of Essie Mae Jackson, who will receive an official copy. It also involves the Secretary of the Senate, who is directed to prepare and distribute the document.

While the resolution carries no legal or regulatory effect, it provides Jackson's family with an official state recognition of her life and creates a permanent public record of her contributions to her church and community.

• The resolution's whereas clauses describe Jackson's death on January 25, 2025, her family, her church activities, and her character.
• The resolved clause states the Senate joins in honoring her life and expressing regret at her passing.
• A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy available for distribution to her family.

1. 2025-02-04Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
2. 2025-02-03Senate Hopper (Senate)

• Donzella James (D, SD-028)Primary sponsor
• Randal Mangham (D, SD-055)
• Michael Rhett (D, SD-033)
• Tonya Anderson (D, SD-043)

• Georgia Senate resolution
• condolence resolution
• Essie Mae Jackson