Georgia CommonsSR 6: Thompson, Mrs. Florine Jackson; recognize
Last action June 20, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution formally recognizes Columbus resident Mrs. Florine Jackson Thompson on her 100th birthday, commending her life of faith, family, and community service.
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In plain language
This resolution is a ceremonial honor passed by the Georgia Senate for Mrs. Florine Jackson Thompson of Columbus, Georgia, who turned 100 on June 18, 2026. It recounts her life story: her education at Claflin Elementary, Spencer High School, and Spelman College, her decades of membership at Rose Hill Memorial Baptist Church, her marriage to the late Master Sergeant George Thompson Jr., her career as a fashion consultant in Columbus, and her performances as part of a singing duo called The Jackson Sisters. The resolution has no regulatory effect and changes no Georgia law. It simply states the Senate's recognition and appreciation of her life and directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for delivery to Mrs. Thompson.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Mrs. Florine Jackson Thompson by the Georgia Senate on the occasion of her 100th birthday.
- Recites biographical details of her life, education, marriage, career, and community involvement as the basis for the honor.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Mrs. Thompson.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names and honors Mrs. Florine Jackson Thompson and references her family members, including her niece Jacqueline Dewberry Searcy and other relatives. It does not impose obligations on any broader group of Georgians.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or regulatory weight and changes no law, program, or funding. Its significance is symbolic: it publicly records the Georgia Senate's formal appreciation for a Columbus resident's century of life and community contributions.
Key provisions
- The resolution's whereas clauses detail Mrs. Thompson's birth in 1926 in Columbus, her education, marriage, career, and community service.
- The resolved clause formally commends her on her 100th birthday and extends congratulations on behalf of the Senate.
- A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy available for distribution to her.
From the bill
“recognize and commend Mrs. Florine Jackson Thompson on the joyous occasion of her 100th birthday and extend their warmest congratulations, best wishes for continued happiness and good health”
“being kind to everyone,”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Ed Harbison (D, SD-015)
Topics
- Senate resolution
- Columbus Georgia
- centenarian recognition
- ceremonial honors