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title: HR 1801. Givens, Lewis, Sr.; honoring the life and memory; condolences
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date: 2026-03-19
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bill_number: HR 1801
session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
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chamber: House
bill_type: resolution
status_date: 2026-03-19
last_action: House Read and Adopted
sponsors:
  - Sandra Scott
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  - memorial resolution
  - Georgia House of Representatives
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# HR 1801. Givens, Lewis, Sr.; honoring the life and memory; condolences

## Text

House Resolution 1801
By: Representative Scott of the 76th
A RESOLUTION
Honoring the life and memory of Lewis Givens Sr.; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, it is appropriate and fitting to recognize the lives of those individuals whose
faith, dedication to family, and service to community have left a lasting legacy for
generations to follow; and
WHEREAS, Lewis Givens Sr. was born on September 17, 1899, in Tallahassee, Florida, the
beloved son of the late Robert Givens and Frances Jenkins-Givens; and
WHEREAS, Lewis Givens Sr. lived a life marked by devotion to family, community, and
faith, becoming a pillar of strength and guidance to those who knew and loved him; and
WHEREAS, he was united in holy matrimony to the late Malinda Atkins-Givens in January
1921, and through this blessed union, they raised eight children—five daughters and three
sons—building a legacy of love, resilience, and family unity; and
WHEREAS, Lewis Givens Sr. accepted Christ as his Savior in July of 1982 and became a
devoted member of St. Marks Primitive Baptist Church, where he worshiped faithfully under
the leadership of Reverend Matthew Balkman; and
WHEREAS, he was a respected member of the Masonic Brothers of Cherry Hill 549, AFRO
American Lodge #14, and the University Pallbearers Lodge, reflecting his commitment to
brotherhood, service, and community fellowship; and
WHEREAS, throughout his long life, he was blessed with a large and loving family, and he
leaves behind a legacy through his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and
great-great-grandchildren, whose lives continue to be shaped by his example and wisdom;
and
WHEREAS, Lewis Givens Sr. departed this life on Thursday, January 14, 1999, at 9:10 PM,
leaving a profound sense of loss to his family, church, and community as well as many
cherished memories and a legacy of faith and perseverance; and
WHEREAS, his life serves as a powerful reminder that faith, family devotion, and
community service are the foundations upon which strong generations are built.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body join in honoring the life and memory of Lewis Givens Sr. and
express their deepest and most sincere regret at his 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 Lewis Givens Sr.

## Summaries written by Georgia Commons

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A Georgia House resolution honors the life and memory of Lewis Givens Sr., a longtime resident recognized for his family, faith, and community service, and offers condolences to his family.

### Plain-language summary

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 Lewis Givens Sr., who was born in 1899 in Tallahassee, Florida, raised eight children with his wife Malinda Atkins-Givens, joined St. Marks Primitive Baptist Church, and was active in Masonic fraternal organizations. He died in 1999.
The resolution states that the House joins in honoring his memory and expresses sincere regret at his passing. It also directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to his family, which is the resolution's only concrete directive.

### What it does

- Formally recognizes and honors the life of Lewis Givens Sr. on behalf of the Georgia House of Representatives.
- Expresses the House's sincere regret and condolences over his passing.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to his family.

### Who it affects

This resolution directly affects the family of Lewis Givens Sr., who will receive an official copy, and involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who is tasked with preparing and distributing it. It has no effect on the general public or state law.

### Why it matters

While the resolution carries no legal or financial effect, it provides an official, public acknowledgment from the Georgia House of Representatives of Lewis Givens Sr.'s life, offering his family a formal record of recognition and condolences from the state legislature.

### Key provisions

- The resolution's whereas clauses recount Givens' birth in 1899, his marriage, his eight children, his faith, and his Masonic memberships.
- The resolving clause states the House joins in honoring his memory and expresses regret at his passing.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy available to his family.

## Status

- Status: Passed (2026-03-19)
- Last action: House Read and Adopted (2026-03-19)
- Sponsors: Sandra Scott
- Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74282

> The history, votes, and amendments (131 characters) are at https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr1801.md?full=1