HR1396: HR1396 Coker, Jim; honoring the life and memory; condolences

This House resolution is a ceremonial tribute rather than a change to Georgia law. It recognizes the passing of Jim Coker, who died on January 22, 2026, and recounts his life story: his birth in 1940, his education at Loganville High School, the University of Georgia, and Woodrow Wilson College of Law, his service as an Eagle Scout and in the United States Army, and his 55 year marriage to his wife Kaye, with whom he raised two children and had two grandchildren. The resolution states that the House of Representatives 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 Coker's family. It does not create, amend, or repeal any statute.

• Formally states that the Georgia House of Representatives honors the life and memory of Jim Coker and expresses regret at his death.
• Recites biographical details about Coker, including his education, military service, family, and community involvement.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Coker's family.
• Creates no new law, funding, or penalty, since it is a ceremonial resolution rather than legislation amending Georgia code.

The resolution directly concerns the family of Jim Coker, including his wife Kaye, his children Jennifer and Jessica, and his grandchildren Jaxon and James, who would receive a copy of the resolution from the Clerk of the House of Representatives.

The resolution has no legal or regulatory effect on Georgians generally. Its practical significance is symbolic: it creates an official state record honoring Coker's life and gives his family a formal memorial document from the Georgia House of Representatives.

• The whereas clauses recount Coker's birth, education at Loganville High School, the University of Georgia, and Woodrow Wilson College of Law, and his Army service.
• The resolving clause states the House joins in honoring his memory and expresses regret at his passing.
• The final clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy available for distribution to his family.

1. 2026-02-18House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-02-18House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-02-18House Hopper (House)

• Reynaldo Martinez (R, HD-111)Primary sponsor

• memorial resolution
• Georgia House of Representatives
• condolences