HR1453: HR1453 Oscher, Jon; honoring the life and memory; condolences

This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives commemorates Jon Oscher, who died on February 19, 2026. It recounts his life, from his birth in the Bronx, New York in 1932, through his marriage to his wife Dot, his two children, and two grandchildren, to his career as a pioneer in the cable television industry and his work as a philanthropist and Georgia Tech alumnus. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. Its operative effect is symbolic: the House formally expresses its regret at his passing and honors his memory. It also directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for delivery to Oscher's family.

• Formally states that the members of the Georgia House of Representatives honor the life and memory of Jon Oscher and express regret at his death.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Oscher's family.
• Recites biographical details about Oscher, including his birth, family, education, and career in the cable television industry.
• Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement, since it is a commemorative resolution rather than legislation.

The resolution primarily affects Jon Oscher's family, who will receive an official copy, and the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who is tasked with preparing it. It has no effect on the general public or on Georgia law.

The resolution has no practical legal effect on Georgians; it does not create rights, funding, or obligations. Its significance is ceremonial, giving formal, public recognition from the state legislature to Oscher's life and providing his family with an official memorial document.

• The whereas clauses describe Oscher's birth on December 17, 1932, his family, his Georgia Tech education, and his role as a cable television industry pioneer.
• The first resolving clause has the House of Representatives join in honoring Oscher's memory and expressing regret at his passing.
• The second resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy available for distribution to Oscher's family.

1. 2026-02-24House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-02-24House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-02-24House Hopper (House)

• Matthew Gambill (R, HD-015)Primary sponsor
• Mitchell Scoggins (R, HD-014)

• memorial resolution
• Georgia House of Representatives
• Jon Oscher
• cable television industry