HR1805: HR1805 Humphries, Horace, Jr.; honoring the life and memory; condolences

This resolution is a formal statement from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Horace Humphries Jr., who died on February 28, 2026. It recounts his life story: born in Milledgeville, Georgia in 1940, his decorated career in the United States Air Force where he retired as a colonel after holding leadership roles including commander of security and transportation squadrons, and his numerous military awards. The resolution also notes his family life, including his 60 year marriage to his wife Joyce and his children and granddaughter. It closes by having the House express its condolences and directing the Clerk of the House to send a copy of the resolution to his family. It does not change any Georgia law.

• Formally expresses the House of Representatives' condolences on the death of Horace Humphries Jr.
• Recites his military career in the United States Air Force, including his leadership posts and decorations.
• Directs the Clerk of the House to prepare and send a copy of the resolution to his family.

This resolution directly concerns the family of Horace Humphries Jr., including his wife, children, and granddaughter. It has no broader legal or regulatory effect on other Georgians.

The resolution carries no legal or policy consequence; it is a ceremonial honor. Its practical effect is limited to the House's formal record and the copy sent to the Humphries family as a gesture of recognition and sympathy.

• The resolution recites Horace Humphries Jr.'s biography, military career, and awards in a series of 'whereas' clauses.
• The operative resolving clause has the House join in honoring his life and expressing regret at his passing.
• A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to distribute a copy of the resolution to his family.

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

• Floyd Griffin (D, HD-149)Primary sponsor

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