HR2081: HR2081 Scott, Ms. Tonia Louise; honoring the life and legacy; condolences

This resolution is a personal tribute passed by the Georgia House of Representatives. It recounts the life of Ms. Tonia Louise Scott, who was born in Kansas in 1981, had family ties to Georgia through her father and siblings, and died in Miami, Florida in 2023. The text describes her career as a chef, her volunteer work with animals, her veterinary assistance license, and her relationships with family members. The resolution does not change any law. It formally states that the House honors her life and legacy and extends condolences to her family. It also directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to her family.

• Formally states that the Georgia House of Representatives honors the life and legacy of Ms. Tonia Louise Scott.
• Extends the House's condolences to Ms. Scott's family and loved ones.
• 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; it is a commemorative resolution with no regulatory effect.

The resolution directly names and affects the family of Ms. Tonia Louise Scott, including her parents, siblings, nieces, and extended family, who will receive a copy of the resolution from the Clerk of the House.

While the resolution has no legal or regulatory effect, it provides an official, permanent record from the Georgia House of Representatives recognizing Ms. Scott's life and offering formal condolences, which her family can keep as a memento.

• The whereas clauses recount Ms. Scott's birth, family, career, animal welfare license, and death in 2023.
• The resolved clause has the House of Representatives honor her life and legacy and extend condolences to her family.
• 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
• condolences