Georgia CommonsHR 15: Rucker, Raleigh James, Jr.; condolences
Last action June 18, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution honors the life of Raleigh James Rucker Jr., a retired U.S. Army first sergeant, and offers the chamber's condolences to his family.
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In plain language
This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives is a formal tribute to Raleigh James Rucker Jr., who died on June 13, 2026. It recounts his birth in Leesville, Louisiana, his military service and retirement at the rank of first sergeant, his marriage to his wife La'Nitra, and his reputation for integrity and community involvement. The resolution does not change any law. It simply states that the House joins in honoring his memory and expresses regret at his passing, and it directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy for his family.
What the bill does
- Formally expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' condolences on the death of Raleigh James Rucker Jr.
- Recites biographical details about his birth, family, military career, and marriage as part of the tribute.
- Directs the Clerk of the House to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to his family.
- Creates no new law, funding, or penalty; it is a ceremonial statement only.
Who it affects
This resolution directly affects the family of Raleigh James Rucker Jr., who will receive an official copy, and reflects the sentiment of the members of the Georgia House of Representatives. It does not impose obligations on the public.
Why it matters
The resolution carries no legal or financial effect but serves as an official public record of the state legislature's recognition of an individual's life and military service, providing his family a formal acknowledgment from the Georgia House.
Key provisions
- The resolution recites the circumstances of Raleigh James Rucker Jr.'s life, including his birth, family, and U.S. Army service retiring as first sergeant.
- The resolving clause states the House honors his life and memory and expresses regret at his passing.
- A further 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 Raleigh James Rucker 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
- Teddy Reese (D, HD-140)
- Carolyn Hugley (D, HD-141)
- Debbie Buckner (D, HD-137)
Topics
- condolence resolution
- military service
- Georgia House of Representatives