HR729: HR729 Tidwell-Krantz; Kaspyen Rhys; condolences

This is a memorial resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives. It does not change any law. Instead, it formally recognizes the life of Kaspyen Rhys Tidwell-Krantz, a child born in Warner Robins, Georgia, in August 2024, who passed away at a young age. The resolution describes moments from his short life, such as playing on his play mats and finding joy in simple pleasures, and names his surviving family members. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for the family as a keepsake.

• Formally expresses the House of Representatives' sorrow over the death of Kaspyen Rhys Tidwell-Krantz.
• Recites biographical details about his birth, family, and short life as a public record of remembrance.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to his family.
• Does not create, amend, or repeal any Georgia statute.

This resolution directly affects the family of Kaspyen Rhys Tidwell-Krantz, including his parents, grandparents, aunts, uncle, cousins, and godmother, who are named in the text and would receive a copy of the resolution.

While it carries no legal or financial effect, the resolution gives the Georgia House of Representatives a formal, public way to acknowledge a family's loss and provides the family with an official document commemorating their child's life.

• The whereas clauses recount Kaspyen's birth on August 15, 2024, in Warner Robins, Georgia, and details of his short life.
• The resolved clause states that the House of Representatives honors his life and memory and expresses regret at his passing.
• A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy for distribution to his family.

1. 2025-03-25House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2025-03-25House First Readers (House)
3. 2025-03-25House Hopper (House)

• Miriam Paris (D, HD-142)Primary sponsor
• Lydia Glaize (D, HD-067)

• condolence resolution
• Georgia House of Representatives
• Warner Robins