Georgia CommonsHouse · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session
HR 687: Lee, Judge William F., Jr.; condolences
Last action March 21, 2025 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution honors the life of Judge William F. Lee Jr. of Newnan, who served as a Coweta Circuit Superior Court judge, following his death in February 2025.
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In plain language
This resolution is a formal tribute from the Georgia House of Representatives marking the death of Judge William F. Lee Jr. on February 7, 2025. It recounts his life, including his birth in 1943, his family, his membership in the Georgia Bar since 1967, and his election in 1980 as a Superior Court judge for the Coweta Circuit, where he became the longest serving judge in that circuit's history. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It formally expresses the House's condolences to his family and directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to them.
What the bill does
- Formally expresses the House of Representatives' regret and condolences over the death of Judge William F. Lee Jr.
- Recites biographical details about Judge Lee's life, family, legal career, and judicial service in the Coweta Circuit.
- Directs the Clerk of the House to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Judge Lee's family.
Who it affects
This resolution directly affects the family of Judge William F. Lee Jr., who will receive a copy of it, and reflects the sentiment of the House of Representatives. It does not impose any obligations on the public, courts, or other Georgians.
Why it matters
The resolution creates no legal change and imposes no new rules; its significance is ceremonial. It provides an official, permanent record of the legislature's recognition of a longtime Coweta Circuit judge and a gesture of comfort to his surviving family.
Key provisions
- The resolving clause has the House join in honoring Judge Lee's life and express sincere regret at his passing.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to his family.
From the bill
“in 1980, he was elected Superior Court judge for the Coweta Circuit, where he will be remembered for his dedication and commitment as the longest serving superior court judge in the circuit”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Lynn Smith (R, HD-70)
- David Jenkins (R, HD-136)
- Josh Bonner (R, HD-73)
- Lydia Glaize (D, HD-67)
- Robert Dawson (D, HD-65)
Topics
- condolence resolution
- Georgia judiciary
- Coweta Circuit
- Newnan Georgia