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K 685

Mourning the death of Lawrence H. Cook II, distinguished citizen and devoted member of his community

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Crystal Peoples-Stokes

Adopts a ceremonial memorial resolution mourning Lawrence H. Cook II, honoring his life and community service, and recording official condolences and remembrance.

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Bill Summary · K 685

Summary of Bill K 685 — Mourning the death of Lawrence H. Cook II

Overview

  • Bill Number: K 685
  • Title: Mourning the death of Lawrence H. Cook II, distinguished citizen and devoted member of his community
  • Type/Classification: Resolution (memorial)
  • Status: ADOPTED
  • Introduced: June 5, 2025
  • Legislative Actions: Introduced (2025-06-05); Adopted (2025-06-05)
  • Sponsor: Crystal Peoples-Stokes (primary)

K 685 is a commemorative resolution recognizing and mourning the death of Lawrence H. Cook II. As a memorial measure, its primary purpose is ceremonial: to honor the life, contributions, and community service of the individual and to offer formal condolences on behalf of the legislative body. There are no policy changes or new regulatory requirements associated with this bill.

Purpose and Intent

  • Expresses formal condolences to the family, friends, and community affected by Lawrence H. Cook II’s passing.
  • Recognizes and honors the life, character, and community contributions of Lawrence H. Cook II.
  • Establishes a permanent official record of the community’s remembrance and appreciation.

Key Provisions (typical elements in memorial resolutions)

  • Acknowledgment of the circumstances of the death and a tribute to the deceased’s character and service.
  • Statements of sympathy and condolences directed to family and loved ones.
  • Recognition of the deceased’s impact on the community (e.g., service, leadership, charitable work, or other notable contributions).
  • Direction to transmit copies of the resolution to the family or individuals referenced, and to include the resolution in the official records or journal.
  • A closing clause reaffirming the legislature’s respect and remembrance.

Who/What is Affected

  • Individual: Lawrence H. Cook II (deceased) is formally mourned and recognized.
  • Family and Community: Receives official condolences and recognition; affected communities gain an official record of tribute.
  • Legislative Body: Adds a memorial resolution to its official proceedings; serves as part of the public historical record.
  • Administrative Officers: Likely involved in distributing copies and maintaining the resolution in the official journal or records.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • The bill was introduced and adopted on the same day (June 5, 2025), indicating a rapid, ceremonial process typical for memorial resolutions.
  • Sponsor: Crystal Peoples-Stokes (primary) — responsible for introducing the measure and guiding it through its passage as a memorial declaration.

Potential Impact

  • Provides ceremonial recognition and a formal record of respect for Lawrence H. Cook II.
  • Signals community values and the importance of commemorating notable local figures.
  • Typically has no fiscal impact or policy changes; its effect is archival and ceremonial, contributing to the historical record of the legislature.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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