HR 1923: Manual, Sister Bessie Mae (Harrison); honoring the life and legacy; condolences

This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives is a tribute to Sister Bessie Mae (Harrison) Manuel, who was born in 1930 in Gadsden County, Florida, and was a longtime member of Hopewell A.M.E. Church. It recounts her marriage in 1948, her four children, and her extended family, and describes her life as marked by faith, family, and service to her community. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It formally states that the House honors her life and legacy, and it directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to her family as a keepsake.

• Formally honors the life and legacy of Sister Bessie Mae (Harrison) Manuel on behalf of the Georgia House of Representatives.
• Recites biographical details about her birth, education, marriage, children, and church membership.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to her family.

This resolution directly concerns the family of Sister Bessie Mae (Harrison) Manuel, including her children, grandchildren, and extended relatives, as well as her church community at Hopewell A.M.E. Church.

The resolution carries no legal or financial effect and changes no Georgia law. Its significance is symbolic and personal, giving the family and community an official record of the House's recognition of her life.

• The resolution recites her birth, family background, education, marriage, and church membership as biographical background.
• It resolves that the House honors her life and legacy and celebrates her journey.
• It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to provide a copy of the resolution to her family.

1. 2026-03-25House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-03-25House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-03-25House Hopper (House)

• Sandra Scott (D, HD-076)Primary sponsor

• honorary resolution
• Georgia House of Representatives
• memorial tribute