Bill > H5000

This resolution expresses profound sympathy on the passing of President Jimmy Carter, who served as the 39th President of the United States from 1977 to 1981 and was the longest-lived U.S. President. The resolution highlights Carter's remarkable life journey, from being a small-town peanut farmer and U.S. Navy submarine serviceman to becoming the Governor of Georgia and eventually President. It acknowledges his significant presidential achievements, including the Camp David Accords, establishing diplomatic relations with China, and creating the Energy and Education departments, as well as his post-presidency humanitarian work. The resolution emphasizes Carter's commitment to human rights, for which he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002, and notes his 77-year marriage to Rosalynn, with whom he founded the Carter Center and participated in Habitat for Humanity. Ultimately, the resolution commends Carter's integrity, public service, and global peacemaking efforts, and formally directs the Secretary of State to transmit a certified copy of the resolution to his family as a gesture of condolence and respect.

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