HR2076: HR2076 Kelley, Ms. Laranette; honoring the life and legacy; condolences

This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives is a ceremonial tribute to Ms. Laranette Kelley, who was born in Carrollton, Georgia in 1961 and died in 2019. It recounts her education at East Atlanta High School, her work as a Licensed Practical Nurse and at organizations including Eckerd Drug Stores, Bank of America, and the Georgia Department of Agriculture's WIC program, and her involvement in church and community service. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It formally states that the House of Representatives honors her life and directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to her family.

• Formally honors and celebrates the life of Ms. Laranette Kelley on behalf of the Georgia House of Representatives.
• Recites biographical details about her education, nursing career, community service, and family.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to her family.
• Does not create, amend, or repeal any Georgia statute or allocate any state funding.

The resolution directly names and honors the family of Ms. Laranette Kelley, including her children, siblings, and extended relatives. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who is directed to prepare a copy for the family.

While the resolution carries no legal or financial effect, it provides an official, permanent record from the Georgia General Assembly recognizing Ms. Kelley's life and contributions, giving her family a formal document of remembrance from the state legislature.

• The whereas clauses detail her birth in Carrollton, Georgia, her education at East Atlanta High School, and her nursing career after attending Atlanta Technical College.
• The resolution notes her work history including Eckerd Drug Stores, Bank of America, and the Georgia Department of Agriculture's WIC program.
• The resolved clause states the House honors her faith, service, and impact on her family and community.
• A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to her family.

1. 2026-03-31House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-03-31House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-03-31House Hopper (House)

• Sandra Scott (D, HD-076)Primary sponsor

• memorial resolution
• Georgia House of Representatives
• community service
• condolences