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GA SR1143

Resolution

Status

Passed

3/29/2018

Primary Sponsor

Francis Millar

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Origin

Senate

2017-2018 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Georgia Senate Resolution 1143 celebrates the life and memory of Grace Bunke, born March 26, 2003, in Marietta, Georgia, who passed away on March 25, 2018, at age 14
  • Grace was diagnosed with osteosarcoma at age 11 and courageously battled the disease through three relapses, earning the title "Amazing Grace"
  • In May 2016, Grace began competing with U.S. Paralympics Swimming and was internationally classified at the Can-Am competition in Gatineau, Quebec, in July 2016
  • In September 2017, Grace completed a one-mile swim at Lake Lanier for Swim Across America, becoming the top individual fundraiser for the Aflac Cancer and Blood Disorders Center at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
  • The Secretary of the Senate is directed to provide a copy of the resolution to Grace Bunke's family

Legislative Description

Bunke, Grace; condolences

Last Action

Senate Read and Adopted

3/29/2018

Full Bill Text

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