Georgia CommonsHR 1856: Scoy, Pamela S. Van; honoring the life and memory; condolences
Last action March 23, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution honors the life of Pamela S. Van Scoy, who died on November 24, 2024, and offers condolences to her family.
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In plain language
This House resolution is a ceremonial measure from the Georgia General Assembly recognizing Pamela S. Van Scoy, who passed away on November 24, 2024. It recounts her life, including her birth in Harrisville, West Virginia, her 58-year marriage to her husband Doug, her membership in Isle of Palms Methodist Church, and her reputation for integrity, kindness, and devotion to family and friends. The resolution formally states that the House of Representatives joins in honoring her memory and expresses its sincere regret at her passing. It also directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for delivery to her family. The resolution does not change any Georgia law; it is a symbolic statement of tribute and condolence.
What the bill does
- Formally expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' regret over the death of Pamela S. Van Scoy and honors her memory.
- Recounts biographical details of her life, family, faith, and character as part of the official record.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for her family.
Who it affects
This resolution directly affects the family and loved ones of Pamela S. Van Scoy, who will receive an official copy, and it involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who is tasked with preparing that copy.
Why it matters
While the resolution has no legal effect and changes no Georgia law, it provides a formal, public expression of sympathy from the state legislature to the Van Scoy family, creating an official record honoring her life.
Key provisions
- The resolution states the House of Representatives joins in honoring Pamela S. Van Scoy's life and memory and expresses regret at her passing.
- The resolution directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy for distribution to her family.
From the bill
“the members of this body join in honoring the life and memory of Pamela S. Van Scoy and express their deepest and most sincere regret at her passing.”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Trey Rhodes (R, HD-124)
- Noel Williams (R, HD-148)
Topics
- memorial resolution
- condolences
- Georgia House of Representatives