Georgia CommonsHR 53: Milner, Emily L.; condolences
Last action January 27, 2025 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution honors the life and memory of Emily L. Milner, an Atlanta resident who died in December 2024 at age 107, and directs a copy be sent to her family.
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In plain language
This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives is a ceremonial tribute to Emily L. Milner, who died on December 17, 2024, having been born January 18, 1917. It recounts her life as a devoted member of the Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Atlanta and the longest-living alumna of Our Lady of Lourdes School, describing her faith, community involvement, and character. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It formally states that the House joins in honoring her memory and expresses regret at her passing. It also directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Milner's family.
What the bill does
- Formally expresses the House of Representatives' regret at the death of Emily L. Milner and honors her life and memory.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Milner's family.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulation; it is a ceremonial statement rather than a legislative mandate.
Who it affects
This resolution directly concerns the family of Emily L. Milner, who will receive a copy of it, and the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who is tasked with preparing that copy. It has no effect on the broader public.
Why it matters
The resolution has no practical legal effect on Georgians generally. Its significance is personal and symbolic, formally recording the legislature's recognition of an individual's life for her family and community rather than changing any policy or law.
Key provisions
- The resolution's whereas clauses recount Milner's biography, including her birth date, death date, faith community, and school affiliation.
- The resolved clause has the House of Representatives join in honoring her memory and expressing regret at her passing.
- A further resolved 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 join in honoring the life and memory of Emily L. Milner and express their deepest and most sincere regret at her passing.”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Bryce Berry (D, HD-056)
Topics
- condolence resolution
- Georgia House of Representatives
- Atlanta community