Georgia CommonsHR 1020: McMullen, Lucille; commend
Last action January 14, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution honors Lucille McMullen of Jasper, Georgia, a World War II Army nurse, on the occasion of her 105th birthday.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives, not a change to state law. It recognizes Lucille McMullen, who was born January 18, 1921 in Jasper, Georgia, and served as a nurse with the United States Army during World War II. The resolution highlights her lifelong support of veterans as a member of American Legion Post 149 and praises her character and community involvement. It formally commends her for her service to family and country and congratulates her on turning 105. The House also directs its Clerk to prepare a copy of the resolution for her, but the measure carries no legal or funding effect.
What the bill does
- Formally commends Lucille McMullen for her service to her family and to the country, including her World War II Army nursing service.
- Congratulates her on the occasion of her 105th birthday.
- Extends the House's official best wishes for her continued health and happiness.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to her.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names and honors Lucille McMullen, a World War II veteran and longtime member of American Legion Post 149. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who must prepare a copy for her.
Why it matters
The resolution has no effect on Georgia law, funding, or policy. It serves as a public, official acknowledgment from the state legislature of an individual's life and service, giving her and her community formal recognition of her milestone birthday.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses recount McMullen's birth in Jasper, Georgia in 1921, her World War II Army nursing service, and her membership in American Legion Post 149.
- The resolving clause formally commends and congratulates her and wishes her continued health and happiness.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to her.
From the bill
“for the duration of World War II, Lucille McMullen selfless served as a nurse with the United States Army, valiantly and courageously serving her country”
“the members of this body commend Lucille McMullen for her unselfish, dedicated, and loving service to the members of her family and country”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Rick Jasperse (R, HD-011)
Topics
- commemorative resolution
- veterans
- World War II history
- Georgia House of Representatives