House Resolution 1784
By: Representatives Kahaian of the 81st, Bonner of the 73rd, McCollum of the 30th, Byrd of
the 20th, and Santos of the 117th
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing April 30, 2026, as Veterans Support Services Awareness Day and honoring
James "Jim" Dunn for his lifelong service to veterans; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, the State of Georgia is home to hundreds of thousands of military veterans who
have honorably served this nation and who deserve timely access to the benefits, resources,
and support earned through their service; and
WHEREAS, many veterans face significant barriers after leaving military service, including
lack of awareness of available benefits, difficulty navigating complex systems, and
challenges related to healthcare, employment, transportation, and mental health; and
WHEREAS, James "Jim" Dunn exemplifies selfless service and lifelong dedication to
veterans, having honorably served in the United States Marine Corps from 1969 to 1973,
including overseas service with the 7th Communication Battalion and the 3rd Marine
Amphibious Force; and
WHEREAS, following his military service, Jim Dunn and his wife, Theresa, raised their
family and have three beautiful children, Melanie, Marcie, and Michael, as well as five
amazing grandchildren, Christopher, Carley, Maggie, Sydney and Charlotte; and
WHEREAS, he devoted nearly 30 years to the automotive industry in finance and sales
before retiring, only to continue serving his community by working an additional four years
as a school bus driver for Henry County; and
WHEREAS, rather than seeking rest in retirement, Jim Dunn chose to serve again,
volunteering at the Stockbridge VA Outpatient Clinic, where he assisted veterans at the
check-in desk and gained firsthand knowledge of the many obstacles veterans face when
seeking care and services; and
WHEREAS, motivated by this experience and a deep desire to do more, Jim Dunn founded
the Henry County Veterans Support Group, where he serves as CEO and continues to
connect veterans across Georgia with resources, guidance, and support, ensuring no veteran
is left to navigate the system alone; and
WHEREAS, individuals like Jim Dunn play a vital role in bridging the gap between veterans
and the services available to them, strengthening communities and honoring the sacrifices
made by Georgia's veterans and their families.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body recognize April 30, 2026, as Veterans Support Services Awareness
Day and honor James "Jim" Dunn for his exemplary service to veterans, his continued
commitment to public service, and his unwavering dedication to ensuring veterans receive
the help and respect they have earned.
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 James
"Jim" Dunn.