Georgia CommonsHR 1399: Allen, Dr. Danny Ray; honoring the life and memory; condolences
Last action February 18, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution honors the life of Dr. Danny Ray Allen, a military veteran, pastor, and author from Georgia who died on October 27, 2025.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives to recognize the life of Dr. Danny Ray Allen after his death. It recounts his service in the United States Army from 1972 to 1988, his religious work as an ordained Elder in the Church of God in Christ, his ministry work abroad, his writing of three books, and his community involvement, including work with the African American Alliance and prison ministry. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It formally expresses the House's condolences and directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to send a copy of the resolution to Dr. Allen's family.
What the bill does
- Formally expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' regret over the death of Dr. Danny Ray Allen on October 27, 2025.
- Recites biographical details about Dr. Allen's Army service, religious leadership, writing, and community work as the basis for the honor.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Dr. Allen's family.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory changes since it is a ceremonial resolution rather than a bill amending Georgia code.
Who it affects
This resolution directly affects the family of Dr. Danny Ray Allen, who will receive an official copy, and members of the Georgia House of Representatives who adopt it. It has no regulatory or legal effect on the general public.
Why it matters
For the family and community of Dr. Danny Ray Allen, this resolution provides official public recognition of his military service, religious leadership, and community contributions from the Georgia House of Representatives, though it carries no legal or financial consequences.
Key provisions
- The resolving clause states the House joins in honoring Dr. Allen's life and expresses regret at his passing.
- A further resolution directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy available to Dr. Allen's family.
From the bill
“the State of Georgia mourns the loss of one of its most distinguished citizens with the passing of Dr. Danny Ray Allen on October 27, 2025”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Lydia Glaize (D, HD-067)
- David Jenkins (R, HD-136)
- Robert Dawson (D, HD-065)
- Josh Bonner (R, HD-073)
Topics
- condolence resolution
- Georgia House of Representatives
- military veterans
- community recognition