Georgia CommonsHR 1710: Gray, William Anthony; honoring the life and memory; condolences
Last action March 16, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution honors the life of William Anthony Gray, an Atlanta-area community leader who died on February 27, 2026, and directs a copy be sent to his family.
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In plain language
This resolution is a ceremonial measure passed by the Georgia House of Representatives. It does not change any law. Instead, it formally recognizes William Anthony "Tony" Gray, who was born in Montego Bay, Jamaica in 1949 and passed away on February 27, 2026. The resolution recounts his 20 years of leadership with the Atlanta Jamaican Association, including serving as president and vice president, and his contributions to the Jamaican diaspora community in Atlanta and Jamaica. It expresses the House's condolences to his family, including his wife Doreen, daughter Tiffany, and grandson Enzo. The Clerk of the House is directed to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to the family.
What the bill does
- Formally honors the life and memory of William Anthony Gray, who died on February 27, 2026.
- Expresses the House of Representatives' regret and condolences over his passing.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Gray's family.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names William Anthony Gray's family, including his wife Doreen, daughter Tiffany, and grandson Enzo, as well as the Atlanta Jamaican Association and the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who must distribute a copy to the family.
Why it matters
This is a symbolic tribute rather than a policy change. Its practical effect is limited to the House officially recording its condolences and ensuring the Clerk sends a formal copy of the resolution to Gray's family as a keepsake honoring his community service.
Key provisions
- The resolution's whereas clauses recount Gray's birth in Montego Bay, Jamaica in 1949 and his death on February 27, 2026.
- It describes his 20 years of leadership roles with the Atlanta Jamaican Association, including President and Vice President.
- The resolving clause has the House join in honoring his life and expressing regret at his passing.
- A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House 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 William Anthony Gray 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
- Dewey McClain (D, HD-109)
- Gabe Okoye (D, HD-102)
- Al Williams (D, HD-168)
- Arlene Beckles (D, HD-096)
- Billy Mitchell (D, HD-088)
Topics
- memorial resolution
- Georgia House of Representatives
- Atlanta Jamaican community