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title: HR 1121. Cardiello, Jacob Allen; honoring the life and memory; condolences
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date: 2026-01-28
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status_date: 2026-01-28
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  - David Clark
  - Matt Reeves
  - Scott Hilton
  - Soo Hong
  - Sandy Donatucci
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  - Georgia House of Representatives
  - University of Georgia
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# HR 1121. Cardiello, Jacob Allen; honoring the life and memory; condolences

## Text

House Resolution 1121
By: Representatives Clark of the 100th, Reeves of the 99th, Hilton of the 48th, Hong of the
103rd, and Donatucci of the 105th
A RESOLUTION
Honoring the life and memory of Jacob Allen Cardiello; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, the State of Georgia mourns the loss of one of its most distinguished citizens
with the passing of Jacob Allen Cardiello on June 13, 2021; and
WHEREAS, Jacob Allen Cardiello was born on May 31, 1998, a devoted son, brother,
grandson, and family member; and
WHEREAS, a man of deep and abiding faith, Jacob Allen Cardiello was an active member
of North Point Community Church and Browns Bridge; and
WHEREAS, he gave inspiration to many through his high ideals, morals, and deep concern
for his fellow citizens, and the devotion, patience, and understanding he demonstrated to his
family and friends were admired by others; and
WHEREAS, Jacob Allen Cardiello was a dedicated member of Delta Sigma Phi, Theta Chi
Chapter, at the University of Georgia, a loyal brother known for his steadfast friendship,
academic excellence, and commitment to service through the chapter’s philanthropy, Extra
Special People; and
WHEREAS, at just 23 years old he was known as a person of magnanimous strengths with
an unimpeachable reputation for integrity, intelligence, fairness, and kindness, and by the
example he made of his life, he made this world a better place in which to live; and
WHEREAS, a compassionate and generous man, Jacob Allen Cardiello will long be
remembered for his love of family, friendship, and community and will be missed by all who
had the great fortune of knowing him.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
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.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to the
family of Jacob Allen Cardiello.

## Summaries written by Georgia Commons

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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.

### Plain-language summary

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 it 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.

## Status

- Status: Passed (2026-01-28)
- Last action: House Read and Adopted (2026-01-28)
- Sponsors: David Clark, Matt Reeves, Scott Hilton, Soo Hong, Sandy Donatucci
- Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/72541

> The history, votes, and amendments (131 characters) are at https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr1121.md?full=1