HR 1764: Tiller, Mrs. Dora Mae; commend
Last action March 18, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution formally commends Mrs. Dora Mae Tiller of Gay, Georgia on her 100th birthday, honoring her decades of service and community contributions.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Mrs. Dora Mae Tiller, who was born on March 2, 1926, in Gay, Georgia, and is celebrating her 100th birthday. The resolution recounts her life of service, including many years working in home care nursing and caring for children, as well as her extensive travels across nearly every U.S. state and many countries. The resolution has no regulatory or legal effect on Georgia law. It simply states the House's recognition of her character, family devotion, and community contributions, and directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for her.
What the bill does
- Formally commends Mrs. Dora Mae Tiller for her service to her family and community.
- Congratulates her on turning 100 years old.
- Extends the House's best wishes for her continued health and happiness.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to her.
Who it affects
This resolution directly concerns Mrs. Dora Mae Tiller and her family. It has no broader legal effect on other Georgians, agencies, or businesses.
Why it matters
The resolution carries symbolic rather than legal weight. It provides Mrs. Tiller and her family an official, recorded tribute from the Georgia House of Representatives marking her 100th birthday and lifetime of service, but it changes no laws or policies.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe Mrs. Tiller's birth date, life history, career in home care nursing, and travels.
- The resolving clause has the House commend and congratulate her and wish her continued health and happiness.
- A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to provide her with a copy of the resolution.
From the bill
“the members of this body commend Mrs. Dora Mae Tiller for her unselfish, dedicated, and loving service to the members of her family and community”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Debbie Buckner (D, HD-137)
Topics
- commendation resolution
- Georgia House of Representatives
- centenarian birthday