HR1679: HR1679 Villines, Aubrey T., Jr.; 50 years of distinguished public service at the Georgia State Capitol; commend

26 LC 112 3827 House Resolution 1679 By: Representatives Mathiak of the 82nd and Jones of the 143rd A RESOLUTION Recognizing and commending Aubrey T. Villines Jr. for 50 years of distinguished public1 service at the Georgia State Capitol; and for other purposes.2 WHEREAS, Aubrey T. Villines Jr. has devoted five decades to pub lic service in the State3 of Georgia, demonstrating unwavering commitment, professionalism, and leadership in his4 work at the Georgia State Capitol; and5 WHEREAS, throughout his decades long career, Mr. Villines has been a respected figure in6 legal and governmental circles, contributing to the advancement of public policy and the7 betterment of the citizens of Georgia; and8 WHEREAS, his civic engagement includes active participation in professional organizations9 such as the State Bar of Georgia, the American Bar Association, and the Association of Trial10 Lawyers of America, as well as involvement in community service and mentoring initiatives11 that promote civic responsibility and public education; and12 WHEREAS, he has further served his state and country with honor and distinction as an13 army officer in the 82nd Airborne Division during the Vietnam War, and he was among the14 few officers sworn into service by his father, Army Officer Aubry Villines Sr.; and15 H. R. 1679 - 1 - 26 LC 112 3827 WHEREAS, Mr. Villines has been honored with numerous awards as a result of his16 exemplary service, including a Certificate of Appreciation from the Georgia Optometric17 Association, a Presidential Award from the Georgia Chiropractic Association, and a18 Marriage and Family Special Recognition Award from the Georgia Association of Marriage19 and Family Therapy, among many others; and20 WHEREAS, his service has been marked by integrity, wisdom, and a deep understanding of21 the legislative process, earning him the admiration of colleagues, lawmakers, and Georgians22 alike; and23 WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the outstandi ng accomplishments and24 enduring legacy of this remarkable Georgian be appropriately honored.25 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that26 the members of this body commend Aubrey T. Villines Jr. for his 50 years of exemplary27 public service at the Georgia State Capitol and extend to him their most sincere best wishes28 for continued health and happiness.29 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized30 and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution ava ilable for distribution to31 Aubrey T. Villines Jr.32 H. R. 1679 - 2 -