Georgia CommonsHouse · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session
HR 405: Kilgore, Vanise Ayanna; condolences
Last action February 26, 2025 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution honors the life of Vanise Ayanna Kilgore, a Duluth educator and entrepreneur who died in February 2025, and directs a copy be given to her family.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives, not a law that changes anyone's rights or duties. It recognizes Vanise Ayanna Kilgore, who died on February 19, 2025, in Duluth, Georgia, recounting her life as a mother, grandmother, educator, and founder of two education-related businesses, The Little Cherubim Early Learning Facility and Pathways Educational Solutions. The resolution formally states that the House honors and celebrates her life and legacy. It also directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to her family. It does not create, amend, or repeal any Georgia statute.
What the bill does
- Formally states that the Georgia House of Representatives honors and celebrates the life and legacy of Vanise Ayanna Kilgore.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Kilgore's family.
- Recites biographical details about Kilgore's family, education, career, and community and mission work as the basis for the honor.
Who it affects
This resolution directly affects the family of Vanise Ayanna Kilgore, who will receive an official copy, and reflects recognition by the Georgia House of Representatives. It does not impose obligations or changes on the general public, businesses, or government agencies.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians generally; it is a formal, symbolic gesture by the state legislature. Its practical impact is limited to providing Kilgore's family with an official record of the House's recognition of her life.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe Kilgore's birth, family, education at the University of Georgia, Bob Jones University, and Kairos University, and her career as an educator and entrepreneur.
- The first resolving clause states that the House honors and celebrates her life and legacy.
- The second resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy available for distribution to her family.
From the bill
“the members of this body honor and celebrate the life and legacy of Vanise Ayanna Kilgore, recognizing her remarkable contributions, unwavering love, and steadfast faith”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Arlene Beckles (D, HD-96)
Topics
- condolence resolution
- Georgia House of Representatives
- Duluth Georgia
- education