Allen, Judge John; condolences
This resolution (HR 435) is a ceremonial tribute honoring Judge John Allen, a distinguished Georgia jurist and civil rights advocate, following his passing. It formally expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' condolences to his family and recognizes his military service (including six Distinguished Flying Crosses), 26 years on the bench, civil rights activism, and community leadership. The resolution was adopted by the House on February 27, 2025, and directs the Clerk to provide a copy to his family. It has no policy impact or direct effect on constituents, as it is solely a symbolic gesture of remembrance.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
House Passage
Feb 2025
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Feb 27, 2025
Last action Feb 27, 2025
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
3
Key actions
1
Committee
0
Feb 27, 2025
Lower · Passed
House Read and Adopted
lower
Feb 27, 2025
Introduced
House Hopper
lower
5 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Carmen Rice
RRepublican
P
Carolyn Hugley
DDemocratic
P
Debbie Buckner
DDemocratic
P
Teddy Reese
DDemocratic
P
Vance Smith
RRepublican
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