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GA HR1229

Resolution

Status

Engrossed

2/18/2014

Primary Sponsor

Bill Hitchens

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Origin

House of Representatives

2013-2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Georgia House Resolution 1229 honors Mr. Jim Chavers, recognized as the last living member of the 4th Marine Division that fought in the Battle of Iwo Jima during World War II, where he witnessed the iconic flag raising on Mt. Suribachi
  • Mr. Chavers served a 33-year career as a customs inspector for the United States Customs Service and was a member of the Fraternal Order of Police
  • Savannah's Frank W. Mobley Lodge #7 honored Mr. Chavers at a Veterans Day public ceremony on November 12, 2012, attended by U.S. Representative Jack Kingston, National FOP President Chuck Canterbury, and a Marine detachment from Parris Island
  • Mr. Chavers displayed battlefield memorabilia that he is donating to the World War II Museum in New Orleans, Louisiana
  • The resolution invites Mr. Chavers to be recognized by the Georgia House of Representatives at a date and time to be determined by the Speaker

Legislative Description

Chavers, Mr. Jim; honor and invite to House

Last Action

House Passed/Adopted

2/18/2014

Full Bill Text

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