HR1761: HR1761 Fleming Foster, Ima Jean; honoring the life and memory; condolences

This resolution is a formal statement from the Georgia House of Representatives recognizing Ima Jean Fleming Foster, who died on March 1, 2026. It recounts her life, including her birth in Forrest City, her education at Lane College, her membership in Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, and her more than 40 years working as a History, French, and Social Science teacher. The resolution notes she spent 20 years as a National Honor Society Director and was named Teacher of the Year at several schools. It formally expresses the House's regret at her passing and directs the Clerk of the House to send a copy of the resolution to her family. Like other memorial resolutions, it does not change any Georgia law.

• Formally honors the life and memory of Ima Jean Fleming Foster on behalf of the Georgia House of Representatives.
• Expresses the House's deepest and most sincere regret at her passing.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and send a copy of the resolution to her family.

This resolution directly affects the family of Ima Jean Fleming Foster, who will receive a copy of it, and reflects on her career as a teacher and coach in the communities and schools where she worked.

While the resolution does not change any law or policy, it provides an official, public tribute from the state legislature recognizing a longtime educator's career and gives her family a formal record of that recognition.

• The whereas clauses describe her birth, education, career as a teacher for over 40 years, and roles as National Honor Society Director and coach.
• The resolution portion formally states that House members join in honoring her life and expressing regret at her passing.
• A further resolution directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to her family.

1. 2026-03-18House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-03-18House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-03-18House Hopper (House)

• Carolyn Hugley (D, HD-141)Primary sponsor
• Teddy Reese (D, HD-140)
• Al Williams (D, HD-168)

• memorial resolution
• Georgia educators
• Georgia House of Representatives