Georgia CommonsHR 1448: Taylor, Clarence; 70th birthday; commend
Last action February 24, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally congratulates Clarence Taylor of Columbus on his 70th birthday and commends his life of public service.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Clarence Taylor, a Columbus, Georgia resident born on March 4, 1956, on the occasion of his 70th birthday. It does not change any Georgia law; instead it recounts his life story, from working as a maintenance worker to becoming a funeral director and community leader, and praises his character, faith, and service to his family and community. The resolution formally commends Taylor for his service to his family and the state, congratulates him on his birthday, and wishes him continued health and happiness. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Taylor as a keepsake.
What the bill does
- Formally commends Clarence Taylor for his service to his family and to the state of Georgia.
- Congratulates Taylor on the occasion of his 70th birthday and extends wishes for continued health and happiness.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Taylor.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names and honors Clarence Taylor, a Columbus, Georgia resident and former funeral director. It has no regulatory effect on the public, businesses, or government agencies beyond directing the House Clerk to produce a commemorative copy.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or financial consequences and changes no Georgia law. Its significance is purely ceremonial, giving official recognition from the state legislature to an individual's milestone birthday and life of community service.
Key provisions
- The resolution recites biographical details about Clarence Taylor, including his birth date and career as a maintenance worker turned funeral director and community leader.
- The resolved clause has the House commend and congratulate Taylor and extend wishes for his health and happiness.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to make an official copy available for distribution to Taylor.
From the bill
“the members of this body commend Clarence Taylor for his unselfish, dedicated, and loving service to the members of his family and state”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Teddy Reese (D, HD-140)
- Carolyn Hugley (D, HD-141)
- Debbie Buckner (D, HD-137)
- Tanya Miller (D, HD-062)
- Brian Prince (D, HD-132)
Topics
- commendation resolution
- Columbus Georgia
- Georgia House of Representatives
- ceremonial honors