Harrison, Mr. Tommy; honoring the life and memory; condolences
Summary
House Resolution 1997 is a commemorative resolution honoring the life and memory of Mr. Tommy Harrison. The resolution recounts his birth in Decatur County, Georgia, his move to Havana, Florida, his marriage to Louise Dotson Harrison, and his role as a husband, father, and family man. It emphasizes his legacy of faith, family, service, perseverance, and community, and notes that he died on June 20, 1969, at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital.
The resolution does not create or amend any substantive law. Instead, it expresses the House of Representatives’ respect and condolences to Mr. Harrison’s family and directs the Clerk of the House to provide an appropriate copy of the resolution to the family. Its practical effect is ceremonial and symbolic, serving as an official state recognition of Mr. Harrison’s life and contributions.
Impact
HR 1997 has no regulatory or fiscal impact and does not change Georgia statutes, agency authority, or legal rights. Its effect is limited to a formal legislative tribute, authorizing the House Clerk to distribute the resolution to Mr. Harrison’s family and placing the memorial statement into the official record.
Sentiment
The sentiment around the resolution is uniformly positive and respectful. The bill language is entirely laudatory, and the available context shows no recorded votes, committee debate, or opposition. It reflects a customary bipartisan or noncontroversial practice of honoring a deceased constituent or community member through a House resolution.
Contention
There are no notable points of contention in the text or available legislative history. Because this is a memorial resolution, the only substantive action is the expression of sympathy and recognition, and no member concerns, amendments, or dissenting views are recorded. The measure appears to have been intended as a straightforward tribute rather than a policy proposal.