HR0974 Summary

• Illinois House of Representatives mourns the death of President James Earl "Jimmy" Carter Jr., the 39th President of the United States, who passed away on December 29, 2024, at age 100.

• President Carter served in the Georgia State Senate from 1963 to 1967 and as Governor of Georgia from 1971 to 1975 before his presidency from 1977 to 1981.

• During his presidency, Carter established the Department of Energy and Department of Education and created a national energy policy focused on conservation and innovation.

• After leaving office, Carter founded The Carter Center in 1982 to advance human rights and democracy, earned the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002, and contributed to Habitat for Humanity's efforts to build homes for over 59 million people globally.

• The House extends sincere condolences to Carter's family and friends, and honors his legacy as a statesman, humanitarian, and advocate for social justice.