Georgia CommonsHR 1121: Cardiello, Jacob Allen; honoring the life and memory; condolences
Last action January 28, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution honors the life and memory of Jacob Allen Cardiello, a University of Georgia student and member of Delta Sigma Phi, who died in 2021 at age 23.
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In plain language
This resolution is a ceremonial statement passed by the Georgia House of Representatives to honor Jacob Allen Cardiello, who died on June 13, 2021 at age 23. The text recounts his life: born May 31, 1998, active in North Point Community Church and Browns Bridge, and a member of Delta Sigma Phi's Theta Chi Chapter at the University of Georgia, where he was known for academic excellence and service through the chapter's philanthropy, Extra Special People. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It formally expresses the House's regret at his passing and directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to his family.
What the bill does
- Formally expresses the House of Representatives' regret at the passing of Jacob Allen Cardiello.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for his family.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory change; it is a ceremonial tribute.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names the family of Jacob Allen Cardiello, who will receive a copy, and the Clerk of the House, who is tasked with preparing it. It has no broader effect on Georgia residents or institutions.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or regulatory weight and does not affect Georgians generally. Its practical effect is limited to formally recording the House's condolences and providing Cardiello's family with an official copy of the tribute.
Key provisions
- The resolution recites biographical details about Jacob Allen Cardiello, including his birth date, education, church involvement, and fraternity membership.
- The resolved clause states the House joins in honoring his life and expresses sincere regret at his passing.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to his family.
From the bill
“the members of this body join in honoring the life and memory of Jacob Allen Cardiello express their deepest and most sincere regret at his passing.”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- David Clark (R, HD-100)
- Matt Reeves (R, HD-099)
- Scott Hilton (R, HD-048)
- Soo Hong (R, HD-103)
- Sandy Donatucci (R, HD-105)
Topics
- memorial resolution
- Georgia House of Representatives
- University of Georgia