Georgia CommonsHR 271: Kendrick, James Leroy, Jr.; condolences
Last action February 13, 2025 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution honors the life of James Leroy Kendrick Jr., an Augusta businessman and civic leader, and offers condolences to his family.
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In plain language
This House resolution is a formal tribute rather than a change to Georgia law. It recounts the life of James Leroy Kendrick Jr., who was born in Jewell, Georgia in 1942, moved to Augusta in 1963, and built a career as a businessman and community leader. It describes his marriage, his faith, his business ventures including Augusta Blueprint & Microfilm Inc. and Creative Colors Inc., and his service on numerous civic boards. The resolution formally states that the House of Representatives honors his life, commends his commitment to faith, family, and community, and extends condolences to his family. It also directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for delivery to his family.
What the bill does
- Formally honors and celebrates the life of James Leroy Kendrick Jr. on behalf of the Georgia House of Representatives.
- Commends his lifelong commitment to faith, family, and community as described in the resolution's narrative.
- Expresses the House's condolences to Kendrick's family and friends.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to his family.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names and affects the family of James Leroy Kendrick Jr., including his wife, children, sister, and granddaughters, who will receive a formal copy. It also involves the Clerk of the House, who must prepare and distribute that copy.
Why it matters
The resolution does not change any Georgia law or create new rights or obligations beyond the ceremonial gesture. Its practical effect is a formal, documented statement of recognition and condolence from the state legislature delivered to the Kendrick family.
Key provisions
- The resolution's whereas clauses recount Kendrick's biography, business career, and civic service in Augusta.
- The resolving clause has the House of Representatives honor his life and commend his commitment to faith, family, and community.
- The resolving clause also expresses condolences to his family and friends.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy for distribution to the family.
From the bill
“the members of this body honor and celebrate the life of James Leroy Kendrick Jr., commend his lifelong commitment to faith, family, and community, and express their deepest condolences to his family and friends”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Lynn Heffner (D, HD-130)
- Karlton Howard (D, HD-129)
- Brian Prince (D, HD-132)
- L.C. Myles (D, HD-126)
- Mark Newton (R, HD-127)
Topics
- condolence resolution
- Augusta community leaders
- Georgia House of Representatives