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title: HR 1761. Fleming Foster, Ima Jean; honoring the life and memory; condolences
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date: 2026-03-18
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bill_number: HR 1761
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status_date: 2026-03-18
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sponsors:
  - Carolyn Hugley
  - Teddy Reese
  - Al Williams
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  - Georgia House of Representatives
  - education tribute
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# HR 1761. Fleming Foster, Ima Jean; honoring the life and memory; condolences

## Text

House Resolution 1761
By: Representatives Hugley of the 141st, Reese of the 140th, and Williams of the 168th
A RESOLUTION
Honoring the life and memory of Ima Jean Fleming Foster; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, the State of Georgia mourns the loss of one of its most distinguished citizens
with the passing of Ima Jean Fleming Foster on March 1, 2026; and
WHEREAS, Ima Jean Fleming Foster was born on August 3, 1951, in Forrest City, a beloved
daughter of the late Alexander Fleming and Jessie Mae Johnson Fleming; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Fleming Foster was known as a loving mother and grandmother, a devoted
wife, and a loyal friend whose warmth, wisdom, and strength left a lasting impression on all
who knew her; and
WHEREAS, she attended Lane College in Jackson, where she distinguished herself
academically and embraced a lifelong commitment to service as well as was a proud member
of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Fleming Foster devoted more than 40 years to the field of education,
serving as an inspiring and dedicated History, French, and Social Science teacher; and
WHEREAS, for 20 years, she served as a National Honor Society Director, mentoring
countless students and guiding them toward academic excellence, leadership, and service;
and
WHEREAS, in recognition of her excellence in education, Mrs. Fleming Foster was honored
as Teacher of the Year at several institutions, including San Elizario High School, Dunbar
High School, and Forrest City High School, a testament to the profound and positive
influence she had in every community she served; and
WHEREAS, beyond the classroom, Mrs. Fleming Foster was also known for her many
personal talents; she was a devoted track and field and cross-country coach, encouraging
discipline, perseverance, and confidence in her athletes, as well as was a passionate cook and
skilled craftsman; and
WHEREAS, she was a person of magnanimous strengths with an unimpeachable reputation
for integrity, intelligence, fairness, and kindness, and by the example she made of her life,
she made this world a better place in which to live; and
WHEREAS, a compassionate and generous woman, Mrs. Fleming Foster will long be
remembered for her love of family, friendship, and community and will be missed by all who
had the great fortune of knowing her.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body join in honoring the life and memory of Ima Jean Fleming Foster
and express their deepest and most sincere regret at her passing.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to the
family of Ima Jean Fleming Foster.

## Summaries written by Georgia Commons

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A Georgia House resolution honors the life of Ima Jean Fleming Foster, a longtime educator, and expresses the chamber's condolences to her family.

### Plain-language summary

This is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives. It recognizes Ima Jean Fleming Foster, who died on March 1, 2026, describing her decades-long career as a teacher of History, French, and Social Science, her 20 years as a National Honor Society director, and her recognition as Teacher of the Year at multiple schools.
The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It formally states that House members join in honoring her memory and expressing regret at her passing, and it directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to her family.

### What it does

- Formally expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' condolences on the death of Ima Jean Fleming Foster.
- Recites biographical details of her life, including her 40-plus year career in education and her coaching work.
- Directs the Clerk of the House to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to her family.
- Does not create, amend, or repeal any Georgia statute; it is a commemorative resolution only.

### Who it affects

This resolution primarily affects the family of Ima Jean Fleming Foster, who will receive an official copy, and has symbolic relevance to the communities and schools where she taught and coached in Georgia and elsewhere.

### Why it matters

While the resolution carries no legal or regulatory effect, it serves as an official public record of the Georgia House's recognition of an individual's life and contributions, providing her family with a formal document of remembrance from the state legislature.

### Key provisions

- The resolution opens with a series of 'WHEREAS' clauses detailing Fleming Foster's birth, education, career, and personal qualities.
- The resolved clause states the House joins in honoring her memory and expresses regret at her passing.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to her family.

## Status

- Status: Passed (2026-03-18)
- Last action: House Read and Adopted (2026-03-18)
- Sponsors: Carolyn Hugley, Teddy Reese, Al Williams
- Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74224

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