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HJR 371

Memorials, Death - Major Richard Wayne Brandt, U.S. Air Force (ret.) -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Greg Vital

Ceremonial memorial recognizing Major Richard Wayne Brandt's military and public service, expressing sympathy to his family and preserving his legacy.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · HJR 371

Summary of HJR 371 (Memorials, Death – Major Richard Wayne Brandt, U.S. Air Force, ret.)

Overview

  • Type: House Joint Resolution (ceremonial memorial)
  • Subject: Death, Memorials
  • Purpose: To honor and memorialize Major Richard Wayne Brandt, U.S. Air Force (ret.) and express sympathy to his family.
  • Current status: Signed by the Governor (final action completed)
  • Introduction date: March 13, 2025
  • Legislative path: Introduced in the House, later transmitted to the Senate, concurred by both chambers, enrolled, and signed by the Governor on April 1, 2025.

Purpose and Intent

  • The resolution “honor the memory” of Major Brandt and reflects on his character, public service, faith, and family values.
  • It expresses condolences to his family and requests that an appropriate copy be prepared for presentation.

Key Provisions

  • Honor and memorialize Major Richard Wayne Brandt, including recognition of his life and service.
  • Acknowledgement of his character and commitment to public and private life.
  • Expression of sympathy and condolences to his wife, family, and loved ones.
  • Directive that an appropriate copy of the memorial resolution be prepared, with language adjustments for presentation (as described in the final clause).

Biographical Highlights Featured in the Resolution

  • Birth: October 22, 1943, in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree from St. Cloud State University; MA in Executive Development for Public Service from Ball State University.
  • Military and Civil Service: 20 years in the U.S. Air Force, retiring as a Major; 15 years with the U.S. Army Civil Service as a drug and alcohol psychologist.
  • Overseas Service: Spent much of his government career in Germany.
  • Personal interests and service: Volksmarcher (walked more than 47,004 kilometers / 29,206 miles, roughly the circumference of the Earth); member of the Trembling Troubadours Parkinson’s music support group; lifelong Southern Gospel music enthusiast; active deacon at Delray Baptist Church in Rossville, Georgia.
  • Family: Survived by his wife of 53 years, Rose Brandt; daughter Julie Stansel; sisters Barbara Rudlang and Rhonda Schulte; and several in-laws and nieces/nephews.
  • Legacy: Described as someone with integrity, probity, compassion, loyalty, and diligence.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • 3/13/2025 — Introduced in House; placed on consent calendar.
  • 3/17/2025 — House action: adopted; sponsor additions.
  • 3/18/2025 — Engrossed; transmitted to Senate.
  • 3/21/2025 — Placed on Senate Consent Calendar for 3/24/2025.
  • 3/24/2025 — Concurred by House with unanimous votes (Ayes 33, Nays 0).
  • 3/26/2025 — Enrolled; ready for signature by the Speaker of the House and the Senate Confirmation actions.
  • 3/26–3/27/2025 — Senate and House leadership signatures completed.
  • 4/1/2025 — Governor signs the resolution.

Impact and Public Value

  • This is a ceremonial memorial recognizing a veteran and public servant; it does not create legal rights, duties, or fiscal obligations.
  • Serves to publicly acknowledge Major Brandt’s contributions, faith, and family legacy, potentially serving as a historical record and inspirational example for constituents.

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

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