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title: SR 14. Abrams, Reverend Robert Lee; condolences
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date: 2026-06-23
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status_date: 2026-06-23
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  - Donzella James
  - Gail Davenport
  - Randal Mangham
  - Michael Rhett
  - Harold Jones
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  - civil rights history
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# SR 14. Abrams, Reverend Robert Lee; condolences

## Text

Senate Resolution 14EX
By: Senators James of the 28th, Davenport of the 17th, Mangham of the 55th, Rhett of the
33rd and Jones II of the 22nd
A RESOLUTION
Honoring the life and memory of Reverend Robert Lee Abrams; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, Reverend Robert Lee Abrams devoted his life to faith, service, civil rights,
voting rights advocacy, education, and community empowerment; and
WHEREAS, as a young man in Mississippi, he courageously participated in efforts to
register Black voters and support desegregation, demonstrating an unwavering commitment
to justice and equality; and
WHEREAS, throughout his ministry in the United Methodist Church, Reverend Abrams
provided spiritual guidance, pastoral care, mentorship and leadership to countless individuals
and families; and
WHEREAS, he worked tirelessly to encourage civic engagement, voter participation,
educational achievement, and community responsibility; and
WHEREAS, together with his wife, Reverend Carolyn Abrams, he raised seven children with
a strong foundation of faith, service, leadership, and dedication to improving the lives of
others; and
S. R. 14EX
WHEREAS, Reverend Abrams inspired generations through community outreach, youth
mentoring, volunteer service, advocacy for social justice, and support for underserved
populations; and
WHEREAS, his life reflected the principle that every individual has a responsibility to
contribute to the betterment of society, regardless of circumstance; and
WHEREAS, his enduring legacy continues through the countless lives he touched, the
communities he strengthened, and leaders inspired.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body
join in honoring the life and memory of Reverend Robert Lee Abrams, whose service,
leadership, faith, and advocacy stand as a testament to the power of courage, compassion,
integrity, and unwavering commitment to justice for all people.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed
to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to the family of
Reverend Robert Lee Abrams.
S. R. 14EX

## Summaries written by Georgia Commons

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A Georgia Senate resolution honors the life and memory of Reverend Robert Lee Abrams, recognizing his civil rights work, ministry, and community service.

### Plain-language summary

This resolution from the Georgia Senate is a tribute rather than a change to state law. It recounts the life of Reverend Robert Lee Abrams, describing his early civil rights work registering Black voters and supporting desegregation in Mississippi, his decades of ministry in the United Methodist Church, and his efforts around civic engagement, education, and community service.
The resolution formally states that the Senate joins in honoring his life and memory. It also directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Reverend Abrams's family. The resolution does not create any new law, funding, or program; it is a ceremonial statement by the Senate.

### What it does

- Formally states that the Georgia Senate honors the life and memory of Reverend Robert Lee Abrams.
- Recounts his civil rights and voting rights work in Mississippi and his ministry in the United Methodist Church.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to his family.
- Does not create, amend, or repeal any Georgia statute; it is a ceremonial tribute with no regulatory or funding effect.

### Who it affects

This resolution directly names Reverend Robert Lee Abrams and his family, who will receive a copy of it. It also involves the Secretary of the Senate, who is tasked with preparing the copy, and the Georgia Senate as the body issuing the tribute.

### Why it matters

The resolution has no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians generally. Its practical significance is limited to formally recording the Senate's recognition of Reverend Abrams's civil rights and community work and providing his family with an official memento of that recognition.

### Key provisions

- The resolution's whereas clauses describe Reverend Abrams's civil rights work in Mississippi, his ministry, and his community and family life.
- The resolved clause states the Senate joins in honoring his life and memory.
- A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy available for distribution to his family.

## Status

- Status: Passed (2026-06-23)
- Last action: Senate Read and Adopted (2026-06-23)
- Sponsors: Donzella James, Gail Davenport, Randal Mangham, Michael Rhett, Harold Jones
- Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74887

> The history, votes, and amendments (94 characters) are at https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2026-special/sr14.md?full=1