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J 834

Mourning the death of Maurice M. Chalk Jr., distinguished citizen and devoted family man

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Pete Harckham

A ceremonial resolution mourning and honoring Maurice M. Chalk Jr., expressing condolences and public remembrance, without creating new laws or fiscal obligations.

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Bill Summary · J 834

Summary of Bill J 834: Mourning the death of Maurice M. Chalk Jr., distinguished citizen and devoted family man

Overview

  • Bill Number: J 834
  • Title: Mourning the death of Maurice M. Chalk Jr., distinguished citizen and devoted family man
  • Status: Adopted
  • Type: Resolution (ceremonial)
  • Introduced: April 17, 2025
  • Sponsor: Pete Harckham (primary)
  • Legislative Actions:
    • 2025-04-17: Referred to Finance
    • 2025-04-29: Reported to calendar for consideration
    • 2025-04-29: Adopted
  • Notes: The resolution was moved through the standard process (committee referral, calendar placement) and ultimately adopted on April 29, 2025.

Purpose and Intent

  • The bill serves to formally mourn and honor Maurice M. Chalk Jr., recognizing him as a distinguished citizen and devoted family man.
  • It expresses the legislature’s condolences to Chalk’s family and acknowledges his life, character, and contributions to the community.
  • As a ceremonial resolution, its effect is to commemorate Chalk’s memory and to publicly acknowledge his impact, without imposing new duties or changing existing law.

Key Provisions (typical elements of a memorial resolution)

  • A formal statement mourning Chalk’s passing and paying tribute to his personal virtues and family commitments.
  • A biographical or descriptive summary of Chalk’s life, character, and community involvement (specific biographical details would appear in the text of the resolution).
  • Expressions of sympathy and condolences to Chalk’s relatives and to the community affected by his death.
  • Language urging appropriate observances or recognition within state channels (e.g., dissemination of the Resolution, inclusion in official journals, and related ceremonial acknowledgments).
  • Clarification that the measure is ceremonial and does not create or modify statutory or fiscal obligations.

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Directly Affected: Maurice M. Chalk Jr. (posthumous honoree), Chalk family, and local/community groups connected to Chalk.
  • Broader Impact: The legislature’s formal acknowledgment may provide a record of remembrance, reflect community values, and guide ceremonial observances, but it does not alter laws or budgets.

Timeline and Procedural Notes

  • Introduced and referred to the Finance committee on April 17, 2025.
  • Referred to calendar and subsequently reported for consideration on April 29, 2025.
  • Adopted on April 29, 2025, completing the legislative ceremony for this memorial resolution.

Summary

Bill J 834 is a ceremonial resolution adopted by the legislature to mourn and honor Maurice M. Chalk Jr., recognizing him as a distinguished citizen and devoted family man. Sponsored by Pete Harckham, the measure moved through standard committee and calendar processes before adoption. The resolution serves as an official memorial and expresses condolences to Chalk’s family, without creating new laws or fiscal obligations.

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

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