Georgia CommonsHouse · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session
HR 819: Davis, Jacob Lloye, Jr.; condolences
Last action March 27, 2025 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution honors the life and memory of Jacob Lloye Davis, Jr., a World War II Navy veteran and longtime Pierce County farmer who died in March 2025.
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In plain language
This is a resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives, not a law that changes anyone's rights or duties. It recognizes the life of Jacob Lloye Davis, Jr., who was born in Pierce County, Georgia in 1921, served in the United States Navy aboard the U.S.S. Intrepid during World War II, and later farmed for most of his life before starting a pecan orchard. The resolution recounts his family life, his membership in Beulah Baptist Church, and his agricultural honors, including a 1974 Farmer of the Year award. The House formally expresses its regret at his passing and directs the Clerk of the House to send a copy of the resolution to his family.
What the bill does
- Formally states that the members of the Georgia House of Representatives honor the life and memory of Jacob Lloye Davis, Jr.
- Expresses the House's sincere regret at his passing on March 23, 2025.
- 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 regulation.
Who it affects
This resolution primarily affects the family of Jacob Lloye Davis, Jr., who will receive a copy, and has no direct effect on the general public, businesses, or government agencies since it does not change any law.
Why it matters
Resolutions like this one carry symbolic and ceremonial weight rather than legal effect. It provides the Davis family with formal recognition from the Georgia House of Representatives of his military service, farming career, and community life, but does not alter any rights, duties, or funding.
Key provisions
- The resolution recites biographical details, including his Navy service aboard the U.S.S. Intrepid during World War II and his 1974 Farmer of the Year award.
- The resolving clause states the House joins in honoring his life and expresses regret at his passing.
- A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available to his family.
From the bill
“he served as a guardian of this nation's freedom and liberty with the United States Navy, valiantly and courageously protecting his fellow Americans aboard the U.S.S. Intrepid during World War II”
“the members of this body join in honoring the life and memory of Jacob Lloye Davis, Jr., 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
- Steven Meeks (R, HD-178)
Topics
- condolence resolution
- military veterans
- Georgia farming history
- Pierce County