HR1331: HR1331 Mayhan, Sam R.; honoring the life and memory; condolences

This is a memorial resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Sam R. Mayhan, who was born on December 26, 1932, and died on January 30, 2026. The resolution recounts his military service, including time in the United States Army as an Infantryman from 1950 to 1957 and later in the United States Navy as a Radioman First Class from 1958 to 1971, with service during the Korean Conflict Era, Peacetime, and the Vietnam Era in postings around the world. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It formally states that the House joins in honoring his memory and expresses sincere regret at his passing. It also directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for delivery to Mayhan's family.

• Formally honors the life and memory of Sam R. Mayhan on behalf of the Georgia House of Representatives.
• States the House's regret at his passing and recognizes his military service and character.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for his family.

This resolution directly affects the family of Sam R. Mayhan, who will receive an official copy, and reflects an action taken by the Georgia House of Representatives; it has no effect on the general public or on Georgia law.

The resolution carries no legal or financial effect and does not change any statute; its significance is symbolic, providing the Mayhan family and community with formal, public recognition from the Georgia House of Representatives of his life and service.

• The resolution's whereas clauses recount Mayhan's birth, military service in the Army (1950-1957) and Navy (1958-1971), and his character and family life.
• The first resolving clause states that House members join in honoring his memory and express regret at his passing.
• The second resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy available for distribution to his family.

1. 2026-02-11House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-02-11House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-02-11House Hopper (House)

• Angela Moore (D, HD-091)Primary sponsor
• Eric Bell (D, HD-075)
• Anissa Jones (D, HD-143)
• L.C. Myles (D, HD-126)
• Floyd Griffin (D, HD-149)

• memorial resolution
• veterans
• Georgia House of Representatives