House Resolution 464
By: Representatives Cannon of the 58th, Burnough of the 77th, Bennett of the 94th, Au of the
50th, and Adesanya of the 43rd
A RESOLUTION
Honoring the life of Khari Oramae Burns and recognizing March 8, 2025, as Infant
Emergency Awareness Day; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, Khari Oramae Burns was born on November 30, 2023, in Atlanta, Georgia, at
Northside Hospital, bringing immeasurable joy to her family as a cherished daughter,
beloved sister, and radiant presence in the lives of all who knew her; and
WHEREAS, she was the only daughter of Erik Nickolas Burns Sr. and Brittany Nicole
Burns, whose unwavering love and care created a world filled with joy and laughter, as well
as the treasured little sister of Erik Nickolas Burns Jr., whose songs and presence brought her
endless comfort and delight; and
WHEREAS, her days were filled with love and simple joys, as she found great happiness in
watching her big brother play, splashing in warm baths, and sharing moments of music and
dance with her parents, always smiling and reaching out to be held; and
WHEREAS, with a sweet and gentle spirit, Khari Oramae Burns was known for her
comforting presence, bringing a sense of warmth and innocence to all who held her; and
WHEREAS, her bright spirit extended beyond her home as she was ever-present with her
parents at community coat drives and hearings, a testament to the impact she had even in her
earliest days; and
WHEREAS, Khari Oramae Burns departed this life suddenly on March 8, 2024, leaving
behind a legacy of warmth, love, and happiness that continues to shine in the hearts of those
who were blessed to know her; and
WHEREAS, though she left this world too soon, her memory lives on through her devoted
parents, Erik Sr. and Brittany; her loving brother, Erik Jr.; her maternal grandmother, Pamela
Jones; her paternal grandparents, Doris Burns and Billy Burns; her uncle, Eugene Burns; and
a host of cherished cousins, aunts, uncles, family members, and friends.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body join in honoring the life and memory of Khari Oramae Burns and
express their deepest and most sincere regret at her passing.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the members of this body recognize March 8, 2025, as
Infant Emergency Awareness Day.
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 Khari Oramae Burns.