Georgia CommonsHR 1852: Dickerson, John Alan, Sr.; honoring the life and memory; condolences
Last action March 23, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution honors the life of John Alan Dickerson, Sr., a Toccoa area attorney who died on December 27, 2025, and offers condolences to his family.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives, not a change to state law. It recounts the life of John Alan Dickerson, Sr., who was born in Anderson, South Carolina in 1946, attended Clemson University, and went on to a distinguished legal career in Georgia, earning honors such as the Chief Justice Thomas O. Marshall Professionalism Award from the State Bar of Georgia. The resolution formally expresses the House's regret at his passing and honors his memory on behalf of the state. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for delivery to Dickerson's family. The resolution does not create, amend, or repeal any Georgia statute.
What the bill does
- Formally honors the life and memory of John Alan Dickerson, Sr., on behalf of the Georgia House of Representatives.
- Expresses the House's official regret and condolences over his death on December 27, 2025.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for his family.
- Contains no statutory changes, funding, or penalties, as is typical for a memorial resolution.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names and honors John Alan Dickerson, Sr., and his family, including his wife of 56 years and his children and grandchildren. It does not impose obligations on any other Georgians.
Why it matters
The resolution has no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians generally. Its practical impact is symbolic: it creates an official state record honoring Dickerson's life and gives his family a formal document of recognition from the legislature.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses recount Dickerson's birth, education at Clemson University, and career achievements, including State Bar of Georgia honors.
- The resolved clause has the House of Representatives formally honor his memory and express regret at his passing.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available to his family.
From the bill
“the members of this body join in honoring the life and memory of John Alan Dickerson, Sr., 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
- Stan Gunter (R, HD-008)
Topics
- memorial resolution
- Georgia House of Representatives
- condolences