Georgia CommonsHR 1368: Pacifico, Deputy Anthony; commend
Last action February 12, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally commends Deputy Anthony Pacifico for his service and courage after he faced a violent, life-threatening attack while on duty in October 2025.
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In plain language
This resolution is a ceremonial honor from the Georgia House of Representatives, not a change to state law. It recognizes Deputy Anthony Pacifico, a local law enforcement officer, for facing a violent, life-threatening attack while on duty on October 25, 2025, alongside Deputy Nicholas Glass. The resolution praises Pacifico's integrity, dedication, leadership, and public service, and states that the House commends his care, courage, sympathy, and selfless dedication. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Deputy Pacifico as a keepsake of the honor.
What the bill does
- Formally commends Deputy Anthony Pacifico for his conduct during a violent attack he faced while on duty on October 25, 2025.
- States the House's appreciation for his integrity, leadership, and dedication to public service as a local law enforcement officer.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Deputy Pacifico.
- Creates no new law, funding, or penalty; it is a symbolic honor rather than a regulatory change.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names and honors Deputy Anthony Pacifico. It also references Deputy Nicholas Glass, who was involved in the same incident, and reflects on local law enforcement officers generally within the community it describes.
Why it matters
While the resolution carries no legal or financial effect, it serves as an official public record of recognition from the Georgia House of Representatives, acknowledging an officer's actions during a dangerous encounter and providing formal appreciation for his service.
Key provisions
- The preamble describes the October 25, 2025 incident in which Deputy Pacifico and Deputy Nicholas Glass faced a violent, life-threatening attack while on duty.
- The resolved clause formally commends Pacifico's care, courage, sympathy, and dedication in his law enforcement role.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to produce a copy of the resolution for distribution to Pacifico.
From the bill
“the members of this body commend the care, courage, sympathy, and selfless dedication exhibited by Deputy Anthony Pacifico in carrying out the difficult duties of his vocation”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Jordan Ridley (R, HD-022)
- Brad Thomas (R, HD-021)
- Bill Fincher (R, HD-023)
- Charlice Byrd (R, HD-020)
- Mitchell Scoggins (R, HD-014)
- Don Parsons (R, HD-044)
Topics
- law enforcement recognition
- police officers
- legislative commendation
- public safety