Former President Jimmy Carter has died at the age of 100. The 39th president of the United States was a Georgia peanut farmer who sought to restore trust in government when he assumed the presidency in 1977 and then built a reputation for tireless work as a humanitarian. He earned a Nobel Peace Prize in 2002.
Carter died Sunday, coming up on two years after entering hospice care, at his home in Plains, Georgia.
Kansas lawmakers issued statement about the former President on social media.
President Jimmy Carter was a truly moral man. His innate humanity, his humility, his devotion to serving his community and his country, and his belief that the world could live in peace is the remarkable legacy he leaves behind. A corresponding order for flag honors is to come. pic.twitter.com/2ROqmzBxqY
— Governor Laura Kelly (@GovLauraKelly) December 30, 2024
President Carter lived a life of service to his nation as a member of the U.S. Navy, the Governor of Georgia and the President of the United States. Today, we mourn the loss of a leader and champion of human rights. Robba and I offer our prayers and sincerest condolences to the…
— Senator Jerry Moran (@JerryMoran) December 29, 2024
I am saddened to hear the passing of President Jimmy Carter. His story is one of unwavering commitment to public service, extending long before and far beyond his time in the White House. His life was a devoted journey of protecting and serving our great nation, and giving back…
— Dr. Roger Marshall (@RogerMarshallMD) December 29, 2024
President Joe Biden has scheduled a state funeral in Washington for former President Jimmy Carter on Jan. 9.
Members of the public are encouraged to visit the official tribute website to the life of President Carter at www.jimmycartertribute.org. This site includes the official online condolence book as well as print and visual biographical materials commemorating his life.