HR182: HR182 Graziano, Retired Master Sergeant Louis C.; commend

This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honors Retired Master Sergeant Louis C. Graziano, born in 1923, who is described as the last surviving World War II veteran to witness Germany's surrender. It recounts his service, including driving a fuel tanker on Omaha Beach during D-Day, fighting in the Battle of the Bulge, and serving in Reims, France, where he oversaw buildings including the site of Germany's surrender signing. The resolution formally commends Graziano for his service to his family, state, and nation, congratulates him on his 102nd birthday, and wishes him continued health. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for him. The resolution does not change any Georgia law; it is a ceremonial honor.

• Formally commends Retired Master Sergeant Louis C. Graziano for his military service and service to his family, state, and nation.
• Congratulates Graziano on his 102nd birthday and extends the House's best wishes for his continued health and happiness.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Graziano.
• Recites his World War II service history, including D-Day, the Battle of the Bulge, and his role in Reims, France, as factual background for the honor.

This resolution directly concerns Retired Master Sergeant Louis C. Graziano, a World War II veteran and Georgia resident. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who is tasked with preparing a copy of the resolution for him.

The resolution carries no legal or financial effect; it does not change Georgia law, create funding, or impose requirements. Its significance is purely ceremonial, publicly recognizing Graziano's military service and life on the occasion of his 102nd birthday.

• The whereas clauses recount Graziano's World War II service, including D-Day, the Battle of the Bulge, and his post at Reims, France, where Germany's surrender was signed.
• The resolved clause has the House of Representatives commend Graziano for his service and congratulate him on his 102nd birthday.
• A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to Graziano.

1. 2025-02-05House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2025-02-05House First Readers (House)
3. 2025-02-05House Hopper (House)

• Gary Richardson (R, HD-125)Primary sponsor
• Charles Cannon (R, HD-172)
• David Clark (R, HD-100)
• Mitchell Horner (R, HD-003)
• Josh Bonner (R, HD-073)

• veterans
• World War II history
• military honors
• legislative commendation