This resolution honors the extensive life and distinguished public service of former President James Earl "Jimmy" Carter, Jr., acknowledging his profound contributions to Georgia, the United States, and the world. Born in Plains, Georgia, Carter served in the Navy, including the nuclear submarine program, before returning home to manage his family's farm. His political career began in local education, progressing to the Georgia Senate and then as the state's 76th Governor , where he advocated for civil rights and modernized state bureaucracy. As President, Carter achieved significant foreign policy milestones like the Panama Canal treaties and the Camp David Accords , and established the Departments of Education and Energy, championing energy conservation and environmental protection. After his presidency, he founded the Carter Center , dedicating decades to resolving conflicts, promoting democracy and human rights, and eradicating diseases globally, earning him the Nobel Peace Prize in 2002. The resolution expresses deep condolences to his family upon his passing and establishes his legacy as one of the United States' great leaders and statesmen, recognized for his integrity, humility, and unwavering commitment to justice.