HR1901: HR1901 Chapman, Buck; honoring the life and memory; condolences

This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives is a ceremonial tribute to Buck Chapman, who died on December 3, 2025. It recounts his life story: born in 1948 to Wilbur and Myra Chapman, his service in the United States Army, his membership at Hartwell First Methodist Church, his 55 year marriage to his wife Rita, and his two children and two grandchildren. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. Its only operative actions are for the House to formally express sympathy over his passing and to direct the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for his family.

• Formally expresses the House of Representatives' condolences over the death of Buck Chapman on December 3, 2025.
• Recites biographical details about Chapman's birth, Army service, church membership, marriage, and family.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Chapman's family.
• Does not create, amend, or repeal any Georgia statute, since it is a ceremonial resolution rather than a law.

The resolution directly affects the family of Buck Chapman, including his wife Rita, his children Lisa and Brad, and his grandchildren Eli and Lila, who will receive a copy. It has no effect on the general public or on Georgia law.

While the resolution carries no legal or financial consequences for Georgians, it provides a formal, public record of the House's recognition of Chapman's life and service, and gives his family an official memento from the state legislature.

• The whereas clauses describe Chapman's birth date, family background, Army service, church membership, marriage, and children and grandchildren.
• The first resolving clause has the House join in honoring Chapman's life and memory and express regret at his passing.
• The second resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for Chapman's family.

1. 2026-03-25House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-03-25House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-03-25House Hopper (House)

• Alan Powell (R, HD-033)Primary sponsor

• memorial resolution
• Georgia House of Representatives
• veteran tribute
• Hartwell Georgia