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title: HR 2082. Scott, Mrs. Thelma Crawford; honoring the life and legacy; condolences
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date: 2026-03-31
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bill_number: HR 2082
session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
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chamber: House
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status_date: 2026-03-31
last_action: House Read and Adopted
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  - Sandra Scott
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# HR 2082. Scott, Mrs. Thelma Crawford; honoring the life and legacy; condolences

## Text

House Resolution 2082
By: Representative Scott of the 76th
A RESOLUTION
Honoring the life and legacy of Mrs. Thelma Crawford Scott; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, Mrs. Thelma Crawford Scott was born on August 28, 1928, in Wilmot,
Arkansas, to the late Theo Crawford and Bessie Holmes, and she lived a life defined by faith,
love, and unwavering devotion to her family and community; and
WHEREAS, at an early age, she accepted Christ and was baptized at Zion Hill Baptist
Church in Camden, Arkansas, establishing a strong spiritual foundation that guided her
throughout her life; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Scott was united in holy matrimony to her beloved husband, Elbert Scott,
and together they built a strong and loving family, raising six children and instilling in them
the values of faith, perseverance, and compassion; and
WHEREAS, she was known for her warm and infectious smile, her welcoming spirit, and
her ability to make everyone she encountered feel loved and valued, leaving a lasting
impression on all who knew her; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Scott was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Elbert Scott; her
children, Marie Atkins, Elbert Scott Jr., and Jerry Scott; her grandchildren, Tim Mitchell and
Maleek Scott; and her brothers, L.C. White and James White; and
WHEREAS, she leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories through her devoted
family, including her sons, Edward Scott (Sandra), John Scott, and Rickey Scott (Mickie);
her daughter, Doris Mitchell; her sister, Doris White; her brother, Bobby White; as well as
a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends who will
forever honor her life and legacy; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Thelma Crawford Scott transitioned peacefully to her eternal home on
November 14, 2021, after a courageous life well lived, leaving behind a legacy of strength,
grace, and unconditional love; and
WHEREAS, her life stands as a testament to faith, family, and service, and her impact will
continue to inspire generations to come.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
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.
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 Mrs. Thelma Crawford Scott.

## Summaries written by Georgia Commons

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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.

### Plain-language summary

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 it 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.

## Status

- Status: Passed (2026-03-31)
- Last action: House Read and Adopted (2026-03-31)
- Sponsors: Sandra Scott
- Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74683

> The history, votes, and amendments (131 characters) are at https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr2082.md?full=1