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title: HR 1448. Taylor, Clarence; 70th birthday; commend
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date: 2026-02-24
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status_date: 2026-02-24
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sponsors:
  - Teddy Reese
  - Carolyn Hugley
  - Debbie Buckner
  - Tanya Miller
  - Brian Prince
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  - commendation resolution
  - Columbus Georgia
  - Georgia House of Representatives
  - ceremonial honors
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# HR 1448. Taylor, Clarence; 70th birthday; commend

## Text

House Resolution 1448
By: Representatives Reese of the 140th, Hugley of the 141st, Buckner of the 137th, Miller of
the 62nd, and Prince of the 132nd
A RESOLUTION
Commending and congratulating Clarence Taylor upon his 70th birthday; and for other
purposes.
WHEREAS, Clarence Taylor was born on March 4, 1956, in Columbus, Georgia, and this
year he enjoys the rare distinction of celebrating his 70th birthday; and
WHEREAS, this distinguished gentleman has given inspiration to many through his high
ideals, morals, and deep concern for his fellow citizens; and
WHEREAS, Clarence Taylor's life is a testament to faith, service, and perseverance– from
humble beginnings as a maintenance worker to becoming a respected funeral director and
community leader; and
WHEREAS, his legacy continues through his unwavering commitment to excellence,
compassion, and public service; and
WHEREAS, Clarence Taylor possesses the vast wisdom which only comes through
experience and the strength of character which is achieved through overcoming the many
challenges of life; and
WHEREAS, a kind and generous person, Clarence Taylor brings joy and happiness to his
family and to the many friends and neighbors who have the great pleasure of knowing him;
and
WHEREAS, he has witnessed a dramatic change in the world over the course of his lifetime
and we salute his contribution to its progress by his own hard work and good citizenship; and
WHEREAS, by the example Clarence Taylor has made of his life, he makes this world a
better place in which to live, and it is only fitting and proper that he be appropriately
recognized during this very special and memorable time.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body commend Clarence Taylor for his unselfish, dedicated, and loving
service to the members of his family and state; congratulate him on the remarkable occasion
of his 70th birthday; and extend their most sincere best wishes for continued health and
happiness.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to
Clarence Taylor.

## Summaries written by Georgia Commons

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A Georgia House resolution formally congratulates Clarence Taylor of Columbus on his 70th birthday and commends his life of public service.

### Plain-language summary

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 it 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.

## Status

- Status: Passed (2026-02-24)
- Last action: House Read and Adopted (2026-02-24)
- Sponsors: Teddy Reese, Carolyn Hugley, Debbie Buckner, Tanya Miller, Brian Prince
- Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/73580

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