Georgia CommonsSR 107: Jackson, Essie Mae; condolences
Last action February 4, 2025 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution honors the life and memory of Essie Mae Jackson, a citizen of the state who died on January 25, 2025, and offers condolences to her family.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia Senate. It does not change any law. Instead, it recognizes Essie Mae Jackson, who passed away on January 25, 2025, describing her as a devoted mother of six, an active church member known for cooking meals for her congregation, and a woman remembered for her integrity, kindness, and generosity. The resolution formally states that the Senate joins in honoring her memory and expresses its regret at her passing. It also directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to her family, which is the resolution's only concrete directive.
What the bill does
- Formally expresses the Georgia Senate's condolences on the death of Essie Mae Jackson on January 25, 2025.
- Recounts her life, including her role as a mother of six children and her active involvement in her church community.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to her family.
Who it affects
This resolution directly concerns the family of Essie Mae Jackson, who will receive a copy of it. It also involves the Secretary of the Senate, who is tasked with preparing that copy, but it creates no obligations for the public at large.
Why it matters
The resolution has no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians generally. Its practical significance is limited to providing a formal, public tribute and an official keepsake document for Essie Mae Jackson's family, marking her passing in the state's legislative record.
Key provisions
- The resolution's whereas clauses describe Essie Mae Jackson's life, family, and character but carry no legal force.
- The resolved clause states that the Senate joins in honoring her memory and expresses regret at her passing.
- A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate 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 Essie Mae Jackson and express their deepest and most sincere regret at her passing”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Donzella James (D, SD-028)
- Randal Mangham (D, SD-055)
- Michael Rhett (D, SD-033)
- Tonya Anderson (D, SD-043)
Topics
- condolence resolution
- Georgia Senate
- memorial tribute