Georgia CommonsHR 1995: Whaley, Kristen Morgan; honoring the life and memory; condolences
Last action March 27, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution honors the life of Kristen Morgan Whaley of Columbus, Georgia, and extends the chamber's condolences to her family after her death on March 1, 2026.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives. It does not change any law. Instead, it formally recognizes the life of Kristen Morgan Whaley, who was born in Columbus, Georgia, attended Sequoyah High School and Reinhardt University, and passed away on March 1, 2026. The resolution recounts her faith, her family (husband Jimmy Whaley and sons JW and Finley), and her community involvement, then directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for her family. It is a statement of tribute and sympathy rather than a policy or funding measure.
What the bill does
- Formally honors the life and memory of Kristen Morgan Whaley on behalf of the Georgia House of Representatives.
- Extends official condolences from House members to Whaley's family and loved ones.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to her family.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory change; it is a purely ceremonial measure.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names and affects the family of Kristen Morgan Whaley, including her husband Jimmy Whaley and sons JW and Finley, who receive the House's formal condolences and a copy of the resolution.
Why it matters
While the resolution carries no legal or financial effect, it gives Whaley's family and community an official public tribute recorded in the Georgia House of Representatives' proceedings, acknowledging her life and providing a lasting written record of remembrance.
Key provisions
- The resolution's preamble ('WHEREAS' clauses) recounts Whaley's biography, education, athletic background, faith, and family.
- The first resolving clause has the House of Representatives honor her life and legacy and extend condolences to her family.
- The second resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to provide a copy of the resolution to her family.
From the bill
“the members of this body honor the life and legacy of Kristen Morgan Whaley and extend their deepest and most sincere condolences to her family and loved ones.”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Mike Cheokas (R, HD-151)
- Dale Washburn (R, HD-144)
- Clint Crowe (R, HD-118)
- Beth Camp (R, HD-135)
- Sandy Donatucci (R, HD-105)
- Alan Powell (R, HD-033)
Topics
- condolence resolution
- Georgia House of Representatives
- Columbus Georgia
- ceremonial legislation