Georgia CommonsHR 1400: Williams, Ty Lewis; honoring the life and memory; condolences
Last action February 18, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally honors the life of Ty Lewis Williams, a Stockbridge resident who died in February 2026 at age 23, and offers condolences to his family.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives rather than a bill that changes state law. It recognizes the life of Ty Lewis Williams, who was born in Stockbridge, Georgia, and died on February 3, 2026, at the age of 23. The resolution describes him as a writer and musician known for his humor, storytelling, and devotion to his family and friends. The resolution has two operative parts. First, the House formally joins in honoring his memory and expresses regret at his passing. Second, it directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for delivery to his family. It does not create, amend, or repeal any Georgia statute.
What the bill does
- Formally expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' regret over the death of Ty Lewis Williams and honors his memory.
- Directs the Clerk of the House to prepare and distribute an official copy of the resolution to his family.
- Creates no changes to Georgia law, funding, or any regulatory requirement since it is a ceremonial resolution.
Who it affects
The resolution directly concerns the family of Ty Lewis Williams, specifically his mother Stephanie Carreker and father Jermey Williams, who are named as recipients of the official copy. It has no broader effect on other Georgians or state agencies.
Why it matters
The resolution carries symbolic rather than legal weight. It gives the family of Ty Lewis Williams a formal, state-recognized tribute and an official document from the Georgia House of Representatives, but it does not change any law, create funding, or affect anyone outside the family.
Key provisions
- The resolving clause states the House 'join[s] in honoring the life and memory of Ty Lewis Williams and express[es] their deepest and most sincere regret at his passing.'
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make an appropriate copy available for distribution to the family.
From the bill
“the members of this body join in honoring the life and memory of Ty Lewis Williams and 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
- Mary Ann Santos (D, HD-117)
Topics
- memorial resolution
- Georgia House of Representatives
- Stockbridge Georgia