Georgia CommonsHR 1996: Harrison, Mr. Henry; honoring the life and memory; condolences
Last action March 27, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution honors the life of Mr. Henry Harrison, a longtime Gadsden County resident and Leon County School Board custodian, and offers condolences to his family.
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In plain language
This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives is a formal tribute to Mr. Henry Harrison, who died on July 20 at age 100. It recounts his life as a lifelong resident of Gadsden County, a faithful member of New Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church, and a custodian for the Leon County School Board, along with his family, including his wife, children, sisters, and grandchildren. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. Its operative effect is that the House formally recognizes Harrison's life and legacy and extends condolences to his family. It also directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to the family.
What the bill does
- Formally honors and recognizes the life and legacy of Mr. Henry Harrison on behalf of the Georgia House of Representatives.
- Extends the House's condolences to Harrison's surviving family members.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Harrison's family.
Who it affects
This resolution directly affects the family of Mr. Henry Harrison, including his wife, children, and sisters, who receive the House's formal condolences and a copy of the resolution. It has no broader effect on other Georgians or on state law.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or policy effect and changes no Georgia law. Its significance is symbolic, giving Harrison's family and community a formal, public acknowledgment from the state legislature of his life and service.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses recount Harrison's life, including his residence in Gadsden County, church membership, and decades as a school custodian.
- The resolving clause has the House of Representatives honor and recognize Harrison's life and extend condolences to his family.
- A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to the family.
From the bill
“the members of this body honor and recognize the remarkable life and enduring legacy of Mr. Henry Harrison and extend their deepest and most sincere condolences to his family.”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Sandra Scott (D, HD-076)
Topics
- memorial resolution
- Georgia House of Representatives
- Gadsden County
- condolences