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Georgia House Honors the Life and Memory of Retired First Sergeant Raleigh James Rucker Jr.

Original title: Rucker, Raleigh James, Jr.; condolences

Last action · June 18, 2026: House Read and AdoptedSponsors: Teddy Reese and 2 others

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What This Bill Does

The Georgia House of Representatives adopts a resolution honoring the life, military service, and community contributions of retired First Sergeant Raleigh James Rucker Jr., who passed away on June 13, 2026.

Why it matters

Changes only the official legislative record through a formal tribute; no state funding, service modifications, or regulatory policies are enacted.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Family of Raleigh James Rucker Jr.

Receives an official copy of the memorial resolution honoring their family member.

Key Facts

  • Raleigh James Rucker Jr. passed away on June 13, 2026.
  • He was born on October 11, 1973, in Leesville, Louisiana.
  • He served in the United States Army and retired at the rank of first sergeant.
  • The Clerk of the House of Representatives is directed to provide a copy of the resolution to his family.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does House Resolution 15EX do?
It formally honors the life and memory of retired First Sergeant Raleigh James Rucker Jr. and expresses condolences to his family on behalf of the Georgia House of Representatives.
Does this resolution change any laws or appropriate funds?
No. As a commemorative resolution, it contains no funding or policy changes.

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Where This Stands

Current status: signed.

Procedural history

3 actions
  1. Jun 18, 2026HouseIntroduced
    House Hopper
  2. Jun 18, 2026HouseIntroduced
    House First Readers
  3. Jun 18, 2026HouseFloor
    House Read and Adopted

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Connected Entities

La'Nitra, House of Representatives, Raleigh James Rucker Jr. and 3 more
PersonLa'Nitra“Wife of Raleigh James Rucker Jr.”Map →
OrganizationHouse of Representatives“Legislative body adopting the resolution”Map →
PersonRaleigh James Rucker Jr.“Subject of the memorial resolution”Map →
OrganizationUnited States Army“Military branch where Raleigh James Rucker Jr. served”Map →
PersonNorma Jean Davis“Mother of Raleigh James Rucker Jr.”Map →
PersonRaleigh J. Rucker Sr.“Father of Raleigh James Rucker Jr.”Map →

Sources

Open source document

www.legis.ga.gov

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