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House · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session

HR1852: HR1852 Dickerson, John Alan, Sr.; honoring the life and memory; condolences

Last action March 23, 2026 · House Read and Adopted

A House resolution honors the life of John Alan Dickerson, Sr., a Georgia attorney who died on December 27, 2025, and offers condolences to his family.

In plain language

This resolution is a ceremonial measure from the Georgia House of Representatives recognizing John Alan Dickerson, Sr., who passed away on December 27, 2025. It recounts his life, including his birth in Anderson, South Carolina, his education at Hart County High School and Clemson University, and his career as an attorney who received several statewide legal honors. The resolution formally expresses the House's regret at his passing and directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for delivery to his family. It does not change any Georgia law; it is a symbolic statement of remembrance.

What the bill does

  • Formally expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' regret at the death of John Alan Dickerson, Sr., on December 27, 2025.
  • Recounts his education, legal career, and civic honors as part of the official House record.
  • Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and send a copy of the resolution to his family.
  • Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement, serving only as a ceremonial tribute.

Who it affects

This resolution directly concerns the family of John Alan Dickerson, Sr., who will receive a copy of it, and it reflects the sentiments of the members of the Georgia House of Representatives. It does not impose obligations on the public.

Why it matters

The resolution has no practical legal effect and changes no Georgia law. Its significance is symbolic, offering public recognition of a private citizen's life and providing his family with an official record of the legislature's condolences.

Key provisions

  • The whereas clauses detail Dickerson's birth, education at Clemson University, legal career honors, family life, and community reputation.
  • The resolving clause has the House of Representatives join in honoring his life and expressing regret at his passing.
  • A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy for distribution to his family.

Status timeline

  1. 2026-03-23House Read and Adopted (House)
  2. 2026-03-23House First Readers (House)
  3. 2026-03-23House Hopper (House)

Sponsors

  • Stan Gunter (R, HD-008)Primary sponsor

Topics

  • memorial resolution
  • Georgia House of Representatives
  • condolences

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