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HR 1117

Golden, Steve Dale; honoring the life and memory; condolences

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Noelle Kahaian and 1 co-sponsor

Georgia House passes memorial resolution honoring Steve Dale Golden's life and expressing condolences to his family.

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Bill Summary · HR 1117

Legislative bill overview

HR 1117 is a commemorative resolution honoring the life and memory of Steve Dale Golden and expressing condolences to his family. The bill was introduced in the Georgia House of Representatives and passed through initial readings before adoption on January 28, 2026.

Why is this important

Memorial resolutions serve as official recognition of individuals who have made contributions to their communities or held significance in public life. While symbolic rather than substantive legislation, they create a formal legislative record and acknowledge loss within the state's governing body.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited public information: The resolution provides no details about Steve Dale Golden's background, accomplishments, or why legislative commemoration was warranted, making it difficult to assess the appropriateness of the honor
  • Time spent on symbolic measures: Some may question whether legislative resources should be devoted to memorial resolutions versus substantive policy work
  • Equity concerns: Questions could arise about whether similar honors are extended consistently across communities or if some individuals receive disproportionate recognition

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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