Georgia CommonsHR 1421: Wojtel, Officer Matthew; commend
Last action February 19, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution commends Officer Matthew Wojtel of the Warner Robins Police Department, who was shot in the line of duty on January 29, 2026, for his service.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Officer Matthew Wojtel of the Warner Robins Police Department. The resolution recounts that Wojtel has served since February 26, 2018, and that on January 29, 2026, he was shot multiple times while on duty and is now recovering. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It formally commends Wojtel's dedication, courage, and service, and directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to him.
What the bill does
- Formally commends Officer Matthew Wojtel for his service with the Warner Robins Police Department since February 26, 2018.
- Recognizes that he sustained gunshot wounds in the line of duty on January 29, 2026 and is in recovery.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Officer Wojtel.
- Creates no new law, funding, or penalty; it is a symbolic statement of appreciation from the House.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names Officer Matthew Wojtel of the Warner Robins Police Department. It also reflects on local law enforcement officers generally, though it creates no legal obligations for any group beyond the House Clerk's duty to distribute a copy.
Why it matters
While the resolution has no legal or financial effect, it represents a formal, public acknowledgment by the Georgia House of Representatives of an officer's injury in the line of duty and his service to the Warner Robins community.
Key provisions
- The resolution's whereas clauses describe Wojtel's service since February 26, 2018 and the January 29, 2026 shooting that left him in recovery.
- The resolved clause has the House commend Wojtel's care, courage, sympathy, and dedication.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy for distribution to Wojtel.
From the bill
“on January 29, 2026, Officer Wojtel sustained several gunshot wounds in the line of duty, and is currently in recovery”
“the members of this body commend the care, courage, sympathy, and selfless dedication exhibited by Officer Matthew Wojtel”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Bethany Ballard (R, HD-147)
- Shaw Blackmon (R, HD-146)
- Anissa Jones (D, HD-143)
- Robert Dickey (R, HD-134)
- Clint Crowe (R, HD-118)
- Noel Williams (R, HD-148)
Topics
- law enforcement
- police officer honored
- Warner Robins
- legislative commendation