H.R. 171 Summary

• Honors the memory of Charles W. Whalen, a U.S. Army veteran of World War II and former elected official who served in the Ohio House of Representatives (1955-1960), Ohio Senate (1961-1966), and United States House of Representatives (1967-1978).

• Expresses the House of Representatives' profound sense of loss and sincere regret at Whalen's death, acknowledging his contributions to his family, community, and society.

• Notes Whalen's legacy as a loving husband to Barbara, devoted father to six children, and grandfather of seven grandchildren who co-authored two books with his wife.

• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to transmit an authenticated copy of the resolution to the Whalen family.