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title: HR 1679. Villines, Aubrey T., Jr.; 50 years of distinguished public service at the Georgia State Capitol; commend
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date: 2026-03-12
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bill_number: HR 1679
session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
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chamber: House
bill_type: resolution
status_date: 2026-03-12
last_action: House Read and Adopted
sponsors:
  - Karen Mathiak
  - Anissa Jones
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# HR 1679. Villines, Aubrey T., Jr.; 50 years of distinguished public service at the Georgia State Capitol; commend

## Text

House Resolution 1679
By: Representatives Mathiak of the 82nd and Jones of the 143rd
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commending Aubrey T. Villines Jr. for 50 years of distinguished public
service at the Georgia State Capitol; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, Aubrey T. Villines Jr. has devoted five decades to public service in the State
of Georgia, demonstrating unwavering commitment, professionalism, and leadership in his
work at the Georgia State Capitol; and
WHEREAS, throughout his decades long career, Mr. Villines has been a respected figure in
legal and governmental circles, contributing to the advancement of public policy and the
betterment of the citizens of Georgia; and
WHEREAS, his civic engagement includes active participation in professional organizations
such as the State Bar of Georgia, the American Bar Association, and the Association of Trial
Lawyers of America, as well as involvement in community service and mentoring initiatives
that promote civic responsibility and public education; and
WHEREAS, he has further served his state and country with honor and distinction as an
army officer in the 82nd Airborne Division during the Vietnam War, and he was among the
few officers sworn into service by his father, Army Officer Aubry Villines Sr.; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Villines has been honored with numerous awards as a result of his
exemplary service, including a Certificate of Appreciation from the Georgia Optometric
Association, a Presidential Award from the Georgia Chiropractic Association, and a
Marriage and Family Special Recognition Award from the Georgia Association of Marriage
and Family Therapy, among many others; and
WHEREAS, his service has been marked by integrity, wisdom, and a deep understanding of
the legislative process, earning him the admiration of colleagues, lawmakers, and Georgians
alike; and
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the outstanding accomplishments and
enduring legacy of this remarkable Georgian be appropriately honored.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body commend Aubrey T. Villines Jr. for his 50 years of exemplary
public service at the Georgia State Capitol and extend to him 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
Aubrey T. Villines Jr.

## Summaries written by Georgia Commons

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A Georgia House resolution formally commends Aubrey T. Villines Jr. for 50 years of public service at the Georgia State Capitol.

### Plain-language summary

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives rather than a bill that changes any law. It recognizes Aubrey T. Villines Jr. for five decades of work at the Georgia State Capitol, describing his career in legal and governmental circles, his membership in professional organizations like the State Bar of Georgia, and his military service as an army officer in the 82nd Airborne Division during the Vietnam War.
The resolution lists several awards Villines has received and states that the House commends him for his service and extends good wishes. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Villines. It does not create, amend, or repeal any Georgia statute.

### What it does

- Formally commends Aubrey T. Villines Jr. for 50 years of public service at the Georgia State Capitol.
- Recites his career history, professional memberships, and military service in the 82nd Airborne Division during the Vietnam War.
- Extends the House's best wishes to Villines for continued health and happiness.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to him.

### Who it affects

The resolution directly names and honors one individual, Aubrey T. Villines Jr. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who is tasked with preparing a copy for distribution to him.

### Why it matters

This resolution has no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians generally. It serves as an official, public acknowledgment of one person's career and service, recorded in the House's proceedings and presented to the honoree as a ceremonial gesture.

### Key provisions

- The resolving clause states the House commends Villines for his 50 years of service and wishes him continued health and happiness.
- A further resolution directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make an appropriate copy available for distribution to Villines.

## Status

- Status: Passed (2026-03-12)
- Last action: House Read and Adopted (2026-03-12)
- Sponsors: Karen Mathiak, Anissa Jones
- Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74061

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