HR1812: HR1812 Mattick, Deputy Brice Richard; commend

This resolution is a ceremonial honor from the Georgia House of Representatives. It does not change any Georgia law. It recognizes Deputy Brice Richard Mattick of the Paulding County Sheriff's Office for his service since October 2021, his work in community programs like Paulding Meadows and Cops for Kids, and his awards including a Medal of Merit and a Purple Heart. The resolution specifically highlights that Deputy Mattick sustained a gunshot wound in the line of duty on April 17, 2025, and praises his courage and dedication in that incident. The House resolves to commend him and directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to provide him with a copy of the resolution.

• Formally commends Deputy Brice Richard Mattick of the Paulding County Sheriff's Office for his service since October 2021.
• Recognizes his participation in community programs including Paulding Meadows and Cops for Kids.
• Acknowledges awards he has received, including a Medal of Merit and a Purple Heart.
• Highlights his courage after being shot in the line of duty on April 17, 2025.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Deputy Mattick.

This resolution directly names and honors Deputy Brice Richard Mattick and reflects on the Paulding County Sheriff's Office where he serves. It has no legal effect on other individuals, agencies, or the public.

The resolution carries symbolic rather than legal weight. It does not create funding, rules, or requirements; its practical effect is a formal record of appreciation from the Georgia House of Representatives presented to Deputy Mattick.

• The whereas clauses describe Deputy Mattick's service history, community involvement, awards, and the gunshot wound he sustained on April 17, 2025.
• The first resolving clause has the House of Representatives commend Deputy Mattick's care, courage, sympathy, and dedication.
• The second resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy available for distribution to Deputy Mattick.

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

• Martin Momtahan (R, HD-017)Primary sponsor
• Joseph Gullett (R, HD-019)
• Tyler Smith (R, HD-018)
• Kimberly New (R, HD-040)
• Trey Kelley (R, HD-016)

• law enforcement
• legislative commendation
• Paulding County
• public safety recognition