Georgia CommonsHR 1454: Randall, Eric; honoring the life and memory; condolences
Last action February 24, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution honors the life of Eric Randall, a former City Engineer and Public Works Director for the City of Smyrna, and offers condolences to his family.
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In plain language
This resolution is a formal tribute passed by the Georgia House of Representatives to honor Eric Randall following his death. It recounts his life, including his birth in Rockville, Maryland in 1967, his marriage to his wife Berlin, his family relationships, and his career serving the City of Smyrna as a City Engineer and Public Works Director. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It simply states that the House joins in honoring Randall's memory and expresses sympathy for his passing, and directs the Clerk of the House to prepare copies of the resolution for his family.
What the bill does
- Formally expresses the House of Representatives' condolences on the death of Eric Randall.
- Recites biographical details about Randall's family, marriage, and career with the City of Smyrna.
- Directs the Clerk of the House to prepare copies of the resolution for distribution to Randall's family.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory change; it is a ceremonial statement only.
Who it affects
The resolution primarily affects Eric Randall's family, including his wife, step-daughter, sister, brother-in-law, and nephew, who receive the formal tribute. It also involves the Clerk of the House, who must prepare and distribute copies.
Why it matters
This resolution has no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians generally. Its significance is symbolic and personal, offering the Georgia House's formal recognition of Eric Randall's public service in Smyrna and expressing sympathy to his surviving family members.
Key provisions
- The resolution recites Eric Randall's biography, including his birth, family, marriage, and career as City Engineer and Public Works Director for the City of Smyrna.
- The resolved clause states the House joins in honoring his memory and expresses regret at his passing.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to make copies available to Randall's family.
From the bill
“the members of this body join in honoring the life and memory of Eric Randall 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
- Gabriel Sanchez (D, HD-042)
- Mekyah McQueen (D, HD-061)
- Terry Cummings (D, HD-039)
Topics
- commemorative resolution
- City of Smyrna
- public works
- condolences