Georgia CommonsSR 796: Easter, Erica Christine; condolences
Last action February 18, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution offers condolences to the family of Erica Christine Easter and directs that a copy be given to her family.
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In plain language
This is a memorial resolution passed by the Georgia Senate honoring the life of Erica Christine Easter. It recounts her education at Howard University, her membership in Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, her professional work in Washington, D.C. government and airport authority roles, and her work with the National Charter Collaborative affecting students in Georgia and elsewhere. It also describes her personal life as a mother, daughter, sister, and family member. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It formally expresses the Senate's sympathy to her family and friends and directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to her family.
What the bill does
- Formally expresses the Georgia Senate's sympathy and condolences to the family and friends of Erica Christine Easter.
- Recounts her education, sorority membership, and professional career in Washington, D.C. and with a national education organization.
- 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, friends, and loved ones of Erica Christine Easter, including her son, and has no broader effect on the public or on Georgia law.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or policy effect; it is a formal, symbolic gesture by the Georgia Senate to publicly recognize and offer condolences for the life and death of a private individual.
Key provisions
- The resolution's preamble ('whereas' clauses) details Erica Easter's education, career, and family relationships.
- The resolved clause extends the Senate's sympathy and prayers to her family, friends, and loved ones.
- A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy available for distribution to her family.
From the bill
“Erica Christine Easter was a devoted mother, beloved family member, faithful servant, and treasured friend whose legacy of love, faith, and service will forever live on.”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- RaShaun Kemp (D, SD-038)
- Kenya Wicks (D, SD-034)
- Randal Mangham (D, SD-055)
- Mike Hodges (R, SD-003)
- David Lucas (D, SD-026)
- Sheikh Rahman (D, SD-005)
- Ed Harbison (D, SD-015)
- Jaha Howard (D, SD-035)
- Michael Rhett (D, SD-033)
Topics
- condolence resolution
- Georgia Senate
- memorial resolution