HR1806: HR1806 Williams, Cheryl Annette; honoring the life and memory; condolences

This resolution is a formal statement from the Georgia House of Representatives marking the death of Cheryl Annette Williams, who passed away on January 9, 2026. It recounts her life story, including her birth in Rome, Georgia, her marriage of 58 years to her husband George, her role as vice chair of the Gwinnett County Democrats and chair of the Seventh Congressional District in the Georgia Democratic Party, and her membership in Parkway Baptist Church. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It formally expresses the House's regret at her passing and directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for delivery to her family.

• Formally states that the House of Representatives joins in honoring Cheryl Annette Williams and expresses sincere regret at her death.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and deliver a copy of the resolution to her family.
• Recites biographical details about her life, family, and community and political involvement for the official record.

The resolution directly names Cheryl Annette Williams and her surviving family, including her husband George. It also reflects on her roles with the Gwinnett County Democrats and the Georgia Democratic Party and her membership at Parkway Baptist Church.

The resolution carries no legal or regulatory effect and does not change any Georgia statute. Its practical effect is a formal, public tribute placed in the House record and a printed copy given to Williams's family as a gesture of recognition.

• The whereas clauses lay out her biography: birth in Rome, Georgia in 1945, marriage to George, and party leadership roles in Gwinnett County and the Seventh Congressional District.
• The first resolving clause has the House formally honor her life and memory and express regret at her passing.
• The second resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to provide a copy of the resolution to her family.

1. 2026-03-19House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-03-19House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-03-19House Hopper (House)

• Akbar Ali (D, HD-106)Primary sponsor
• Dewey McClain (D, HD-109)
• Gabe Okoye (D, HD-102)
• Jasmine Clark (D, HD-108)
• Samuel Park (D, HD-107)
• Arlene Beckles (D, HD-096)

• memorial resolution
• Georgia House of Representatives
• Gwinnett County politics