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title: HR 453. Howard, Artward, Jr.; condolences
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date: 2025-02-28
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status_date: 2025-02-28
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  - Trey Kelley
  - Scott Hilton
  - Carmen Rice
  - Mike Cameron
  - Tim Fleming
  - David Clark
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  - condolence resolution
  - Georgia House of Representatives
  - memorial tribute
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# HR 453. Howard, Artward, Jr.; condolences

## Text

House Resolution 453
By: Representatives Kelley of the 16th, Hilton of the 48th, Rice of the 139th, Cameron of the
1st, Fleming of the 114th, and others
A RESOLUTION
Honoring the life and memory of Artward Howard Jr.; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, the State of Georgia mourns the loss of one of its most distinguished citizens
with the passing of Artward Howard Jr.; and
WHEREAS, he gave inspiration to many through his high ideals, morals, and deep concern
for his fellow citizens, and the devotion, patience, and understanding he demonstrated to his
family and friends were admired by others; and
WHEREAS, he was a person of magnanimous strengths with an unimpeachable reputation
for integrity, intelligence, fairness, and kindness, and by the example he made of his life, he
made this world a better place in which to live; and
WHEREAS, a compassionate and generous man, Artward Howard Jr. will long be
remembered for his love of family, friendship, and community and will be missed by all who
had the great fortune of knowing him.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body join in honoring the life and memory of Artward Howard Jr. and
express their deepest and most sincere regret at his passing.
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 the
family of Artward Howard Jr.

## Summaries written by Georgia Commons

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A Georgia House resolution honors the life and memory of Artward Howard Jr., a Georgia resident, and offers condolences to his family after his death.

### Plain-language summary

This is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives. It does not change any Georgia law. Instead, it formally recognizes the passing of Artward Howard Jr. and praises his character, describing him as a person of integrity, kindness, and devotion to family and community.
The resolution directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare an official copy of the document and send it to Howard's family as a keepsake and expression of sympathy from the legislature.

### What it does

- Formally expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' regret over the death of Artward Howard Jr.
- Recites praise for his character, describing his integrity, kindness, and devotion to family and friends.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to his family.
- Does not create, amend, or repeal any Georgia statute or policy.

### Who it affects

The resolution directly concerns the family of Artward Howard Jr., who will receive an official copy from the Clerk of the House of Representatives. It has no broader legal effect on other Georgians.

### Why it matters

This resolution is a symbolic gesture rather than a law. Its practical effect is limited to providing Howard's family with a formal, state-recognized tribute; it does not change any rights, funding, or requirements for Georgians generally.

### Key provisions

- The resolution states the House's intent to honor the life and memory of Artward Howard Jr. and express regret at his passing.
- It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make an appropriate copy available for distribution to his family.

## Status

- Status: Passed (2025-02-28)
- Last action: House Read and Adopted (2025-02-28)
- Sponsors: Trey Kelley, Scott Hilton, Carmen Rice, Mike Cameron, Tim Fleming, David Clark
- Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/71037

> The history, votes, and amendments (131 characters) are at https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2025-2026/hr453.md?full=1