Georgia CommonsHR 39: Fallin, William G.; condolences
Last action January 16, 2025 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution honors the life of William G. Fallin, a Thomas County native and Korean War veteran who died on January 4, 2025, and directs a copy be sent to his family.
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In plain language
This is a memorial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives recognizing William G. Fallin, who was born in Thomas County, Georgia, in 1932 and passed away on January 4, 2025. The resolution recounts his service in the United States Army during the Korean War, his decades of involvement at First Baptist Church, and his family, including his wife of 67 years and their children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It formally expresses the House's regret at his passing and honors his memory. It also directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Fallin's family.
What the bill does
- Formally honors the life and memory of William G. Fallin on behalf of the Georgia House of Representatives.
- Expresses the House's sincere regret at his passing.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Fallin's family.
- Creates no new law, funding, or penalty; it is a ceremonial statement rather than a regulatory measure.
Who it affects
This resolution directly concerns the family of William G. Fallin, including his wife, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, who will receive an official copy. It has no effect on the general public or on any Georgia agency, business, or industry.
Why it matters
For the Fallin family, this resolution provides official public recognition from the Georgia House of Representatives of William Fallin's life, military service, and community involvement. It carries no legal or financial consequence for other Georgians since it does not alter any law.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses recount Fallin's birth, family, Army service during the Korean War, church involvement, and family relationships.
- The first resolving clause has the House join in honoring his life and memory and express regret at his passing.
- The second resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to his family.
From the bill
“the members of this body join in honoring the life and memory of William G. Fallin 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
- Charles Cannon (R, HD-172)
Topics
- memorial resolution
- Georgia House of Representatives
- Korean War veterans
- Thomas County