Mourning the death of Norma May Hawthorne, devoted mother and grandmother, and dedicated member of her community

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Kevin Parker

J 564 adopts a ceremonial memorial resolution mourning Norma May Hawthorne, recognizing her roles as mother and community member; no policy impact, records the tribute.

ADOPTED

Bill Summary: J 564 — Mourning the death of Norma May Hawthorne

Overview

J 564 is a memorial resolution adopted to mourn the death of Norma May Hawthorne, described as a devoted mother and grandmother, and a dedicated member of her community. The bill is categorized as a resolution and is currently listed as ADOPTED. The primary sponsor is Kevin S. Parker.

Purpose and Intent

The primary purpose is ceremonial: to officially mourn Norma May Hawthorne’s passing and to recognize her roles and contributions as a mother, grandmother, and active community member.

The resolution serves as a formal record of respect and tribute within the legislative body, preserving her memory in official proceedings.

Key Provisions (typical elements of memorial resolutions)

Expresses condolences to Norma Hawthorne’s family and loved ones.

Extols or highlights her personal virtues, family roles, and community service.

Acknowledges the positive impact of her life on her family and community.

May direct the appropriate members of the legislature or the Clerk to transmit copies of the resolution to the family and relevant parties.

Records the occasion as part of the official historical and ceremonial record of the legislature.

Note: The available information does not include the full statutory text, but these are standard components of memorial resolutions.

Affected Parties

Norma May Hawthorne’s family and close acquaintances.

Members of the legislature and staff involved in the adoption and administration of ceremonial resolutions.

The general public, as readers of the official record who will encounter the tribute.

Procedural History and Timeline

Introduced: March 21, 2025.

Referrals: Referred to Finance on March 21, 2025 (listed twice in the actions).

Actions on March 25, 2025: Reported to calendar for consideration (listed twice) and subsequently ADOPTED (listed twice).

Status: ADOPTED, indicating the resolution has passed and is now part of the official record.

Sponsor

Kevin S. Parker (primary sponsor)

Practical Impact

No substantive policy changes or fiscal provisions accompany a memorial resolution.

The bill creates no new rights or obligations beyond formal recognition and condolences.

Administrative effect is limited to ceremonial acknowledgment and record-keeping.

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