Georgia CommonsHR 2082: Scott, Mrs. Thelma Crawford; honoring the life and legacy; condolences
Last action March 31, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution honors the life of Mrs. Thelma Crawford Scott, a longtime resident who died in 2021, and extends condolences to her family.
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In plain language
This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives is a formal tribute to Mrs. Thelma Crawford Scott, who was born in Wilmot, Arkansas in 1928 and died on November 14, 2021. It recounts her life story, including her faith, her marriage to Elbert Scott, raising six children, and the family members who survive her. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It simply states that the House of Representatives honors her life and legacy and sends sympathy to her family. It also directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for the family.
What the bill does
- Formally honors the life and legacy of Mrs. Thelma Crawford Scott on behalf of the Georgia House of Representatives.
- Extends the House's official sympathy to her surviving family members and loved ones.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to her family.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory change; it is a ceremonial statement only.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names and affects the family of Mrs. Thelma Crawford Scott, including her surviving children, siblings, grandchildren, and other relatives. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who must prepare a copy for the family.
Why it matters
The resolution has no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians generally. Its significance is personal and symbolic, giving the family of Mrs. Thelma Crawford Scott formal recognition from the state legislature and a keepsake document marking her life.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses recount Mrs. Scott's birth, family, faith, marriage, children, and death on November 14, 2021.
- The first resolving clause has the House of Representatives honor her life and extend sympathy to her family.
- The second resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to her family.
From the bill
“the members of this body honor and celebrate the life of Mrs. Thelma Crawford Scott and extend their deepest sympathy to her family and loved ones.”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Sandra Scott (D, HD-076)
Topics
- memorial resolution
- condolences
- Georgia House of Representatives