Georgia Commons

House · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session

HR1367: HR1367 Glass, Deputy Nicholas; commend

Last action February 12, 2026 · House Read and Adopted

A Georgia House resolution formally commends Deputy Nicholas Glass for his conduct during a violent attack he faced in the line of duty on October 25, 2025.

In plain language

This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honors Deputy Nicholas Glass, a local law enforcement officer who, along with Deputy Anthony Pacifico, faced a violent, life-threatening attack while on duty on the evening of October 25, 2025. The resolution states that Deputy Glass is well regarded by his community and local officials for his integrity and dedication to law enforcement, and praises his devotion to public service and attention to duty. The House formally commends his care, courage, and selfless dedication. The Clerk of the House is directed to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Deputy Glass. The resolution does not change any law; it is a formal statement of recognition.

What the bill does

  • Formally commends Deputy Nicholas Glass for his conduct during a violent attack faced while on duty on October 25, 2025.
  • States the House's appreciation for his integrity, dedication, and public service as a law enforcement officer.
  • Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Deputy Glass.

Who it affects

The resolution directly names and honors Deputy Nicholas Glass, a local law enforcement officer, and references his fellow deputy Anthony Pacifico, who was involved in the same incident. It also involves the Clerk of the House, who must prepare the commendation copy.

Why it matters

While the resolution carries no legal or financial effect, it provides official, public recognition from the Georgia House of Representatives of an officer's actions during a dangerous incident, creating a lasting record of appreciation for his service.

Key provisions

  • The whereas clauses describe the October 25, 2025 incident in which Deputy Glass and Deputy Anthony Pacifico faced a violent, life-threatening attack while on duty.
  • The resolved clause has the House of Representatives commend Deputy Glass's care, courage, sympathy, and dedication.
  • A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to Deputy Glass.

From the bill

the members of this body commend the care, courage, sympathy, a nd selfless dedication

The House's formal statement of commendation for Deputy Glass.

Status timeline

  1. 2026-02-12House Read and Adopted (House)
  2. 2026-02-12House First Readers (House)
  3. 2026-02-12House Hopper (House)

Sponsors

  • Jordan Ridley (R, HD-022)Primary sponsor
  • Brad Thomas (R, HD-021)
  • Bill Fincher (R, HD-023)
  • Charlice Byrd (R, HD-020)
  • Mitchell Scoggins (R, HD-014)
  • Don Parsons (R, HD-044)

Topics

  • law enforcement
  • legislative commendation
  • public safety

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