Georgia legislation · 2025-2026 Regular Session
Georgia HR1372: John A. Williams Memorial Bridge; Cobb County; dedicate
Status: In committee, February 19, 2026
A RESOLUTION recognizing the life of Mr. John A. Williams and dedicating a bridge in his memory; and for other purposes.
What the bill says
A resolution Recognizing the life of Mr. John A. Williams and dedicating a bridge in his memory; and for other purposes.
From the introduced text:
A RESOLUTION Recognizing the life of Mr. John A. Williams and dedicating a bridge in his memory; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, Mr. John A. Williams was a visionary civic leader, philanthropist, and real estate developer whose leadership and investment profoundly shaped the economic, cultural, and infrastructure development of Cobb County, Fulton County, and the greater metropolitan Atlanta region; and WHEREAS, Mr. Williams played a pivotal role in transforming the Cumberland area into one of Georgia's most significant employment and commercial centers, helping to establish the Cumberland Community Improvement District, which has served as a model for public-private cooperation and infrastructure investment throughout this state; and WHEREAS, through his leadership and advocacy, Mr. Williams helped secure critical funding for transportation and infrastructure improvements along the U.S. Route 41 corridor and throughout the Cumberland area, strengthening connectivity between Cobb and Fulton counties and enhancing regional mobility; and H. R. 1372 LC 39 4940 WHEREAS, Mr. Williams was instrumental in the creation and success of landmark developments that elevated the quality of life in Cobb County, including his generous $10 million philanthropic contribution to the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre, a premier cultural venue that has become a cornerstone of the region's arts and economic vitality; and WHEREAS, he demonstrated a deep and abiding commitment to public service, historic preservation, and community …
Sponsors
- Devan Seabaugh (R, 34) · primary sponsor
- Sheila Jones (D, 60)
- David Wilkerson (D)
- Don Parsons (R, 44)
- Gabriel Sanchez (D, 42)
- Joseph Gullett (R, 19)
Latest actions
- : House Committee Favorably Reported
- : House Second Readers
- : House First Readers
- : House Hopper
Common questions
- What is HR1372?
- HR1372 is a bill in the Georgia Legislature (2025-2026 Regular Session): John A. Williams Memorial Bridge; Cobb County; dedicate.
- What does HR1372 do?
- In its own words: A resolution Recognizing the life of Mr. John A. Williams and dedicating a bridge in his memory; and for other purposes.
- What is the status of HR1372?
- In committee as of February 19, 2026. Latest action: House Committee Favorably Reported (March 18, 2026).
- Who sponsored HR1372?
- Devan Seabaugh (R, 34), with 5 co-sponsors.
- Where is the official record for HR1372?
- On the Georgia Legislature website: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/73292
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