The resolution mourns the passing of Claudette Colvin, a significant figure in the Civil Rights Movement, while celebrating her impactful life. Born on September 5, 1939, in Birmingham, Alabama, Colvin made history at the age of fifteen when she refused to give up her bus seat to a white passenger in Montgomery, nine months before Rosa Parks' similar act of defiance. Her arrest led to a landmark lawsuit, Browder v. Gayle, which resulted in the U.S. Supreme Court declaring bus segregation unconstitutional. Despite facing personal challenges, including not finishing high school, Colvin dedicated her life to social justice and education, later earning her General Education Diploma and attending Alabama State Teachers College.

Colvin's legacy gained recognition over the years, culminating in various honors, including the MLK, Jr. Medal of Freedom and features in prominent media outlets and literature. She founded the Claudette Colvin Foundation to inspire youth and promote community service. In 2021, after years of fighting for her civil rights, her criminal record was expunged, acknowledging her courageous actions. The resolution expresses deep sadness over her death while honoring her contributions to civil rights and the empowerment of future generations, extending heartfelt sympathy to her family and loved ones.