Georgia CommonsHR 1678: Gilbert, Brother LaDray Brandan, J.D.; honoring the life and memory; condolences
Last action March 12, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution honors the life of Brother LaDray Brandan Gilbert, J.D., an Atlanta attorney who died on February 26, 2026, and offers condolences to his family.
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In plain language
This resolution is a formal expression of the Georgia House of Representatives marking the death of Brother LaDray Brandan Gilbert, J.D. It recounts his life story: his birth in Jackson County, Florida in 1981, his law degree from Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University, his faith at Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church, his membership in Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc., and his surviving family members. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It formally states that House members join in honoring his memory and extend condolences to his family and friends. It also directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to his family.
What the bill does
- Formally states that the Georgia House of Representatives honors the life and memory of Brother LaDray Brandan Gilbert, J.D.
- Expresses the House's condolences to his family and friends following his death on February 26, 2026.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to his family.
Who it affects
This resolution directly affects the family and friends of Brother LaDray Brandan Gilbert, J.D., including his children, siblings, and godfather, as well as the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who must prepare and distribute a copy of the document.
Why it matters
While the resolution carries no legal or financial effect and changes no Georgia law, it provides an official, public acknowledgment from the state legislature of Gilbert's life and gives his family a formal keepsake document recognizing his contributions and passing.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses recount Gilbert's biography, education, faith, fraternity membership, and surviving family members.
- The first resolving clause states that House members join in honoring his memory and express condolences to his family and friends.
- The second resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy available for distribution to his family.
From the bill
“the members of this body join in honoring the life and memory of Brother LaDray Brandan Gilbert, J.D., and express their deepest condolences to his family and friends during this time of bereavement.”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Derrick Jackson (D, HD-068)
- Billy Mitchell (D, HD-088)
- Teddy Reese (D, HD-140)
Topics
- condolence resolution
- Georgia House of Representatives
- memorial tribute