HR1275: HR1275 Coleman, Dr. Thomas L.; condolences

This resolution is a memorial passed by the Georgia House of Representatives to formally honor Dr. Thomas L. Coleman after his death on January 31, 2026. It recounts his military service in the United States Air Force, including service in the Vietnam War, and his decades of public service in Georgia, including roles with DeKalb County government, the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice, and the Governor's Office of Highway Safety. The resolution also lists his community involvement, honors he received, and his family. It closes by having the House express its sincere regret at his passing and directing the Clerk of the House to send a copy of the resolution to his family. It does not change any Georgia law.

• Formally expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' regret at the death of Dr. Thomas L. Coleman on January 31, 2026.
• Recounts his more than 25 years of service in the United States Air Force, including in the Vietnam War.
• Documents his public service career in Georgia, including with DeKalb County government and the Department of Juvenile Justice.
• Directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for delivery to his family.

This resolution directly affects the family of Dr. Thomas L. Coleman, who will receive a copy of it, and serves as an official statement of the Georgia House of Representatives; it does not impose any obligations on the general public.

The resolution has no legal or regulatory effect; it is a formal, symbolic tribute. Its practical significance is that the state legislature has placed an official record of appreciation for Dr. Coleman's military and civic service into the House's proceedings.

• The resolution's whereas clauses describe Dr. Coleman's Air Force service, his DeKalb County and state government roles, and his civic and community involvement.
• The resolved clause has the House join in honoring his life and expressing regret at his passing.
• A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to his family.

1. 2026-02-06House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-02-06House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-02-06House Hopper (House)

• Omari Crawford (D, HD-089)Primary sponsor
• Billy Mitchell (D, HD-088)
• Tanya Miller (D, HD-062)
• Dar'shun Kendrick (D, HD-095)

• memorial resolution
• Georgia House of Representatives
• DeKalb County
• military veterans