HR2106: HR2106 Davis, William Edward "Ed"; honoring the life and memory; condolences

This resolution is a formal tribute from the Georgia House of Representatives marking the death of William Edward "Ed" Davis. It recounts his career as a band director and fine arts department chair, most notably at Austin Road Middle School in Henry County, where his bands earned 67 consecutive superior ratings at Georgia Music Educators Association events. The resolution also notes his leadership roles in music education organizations, honors he received, and music programs he co-founded, including ENCORE! Music Camps, the Youth Concert Band of Atlanta, and TARA Winds. It closes by having the House express condolences and direct the Clerk of the House to send a copy of the resolution to his family.

• Formally states that the House of Representatives honors the life and memory of William Edward "Ed" Davis and expresses regret at his passing.
• Recites biographical details about his career as a band director and music educator in Georgia schools.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and send a copy of the resolution to Davis's family.

This resolution directly concerns the family of William Edward "Ed" Davis and honors his legacy among Georgia's music education community, including students, fellow band directors, and organizations like the Georgia Music Educators Association.

The resolution carries no changes to law or funding; its practical effect is a symbolic gesture of recognition from the state legislature and an official copy delivered to the Davis family as a keepsake of tribute.

• The whereas clauses describe Davis's career, achievements, and the music organizations he led or co-founded.
• The resolving clause has the House express its sincere regret at his passing and honor his memory.
• The final clause directs the Clerk of the House to distribute a copy of the resolution to his family.

1. 2026-04-02House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-04-02House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-04-02House Hopper (House)

• John Carson (R, HD-046)Primary sponsor

• condolence resolution
• music education
• Georgia House of Representatives
• Henry County schools