Georgia legislation · 2025-2026 Regular Session
Georgia HR1799: Furman, Major William "Rusty", Jr.; honoring the life and memory; condolences
Status: Passed both chambers, March 19, 2026
A RESOLUTION honoring the life and memory of Major William "Rusty" Furman Jr.; and for other purposes.
What the bill says
A resolution Honoring the life and memory of Major William "Rusty" Furman Jr.; and for other purposes.
From the introduced text:
A RESOLUTION Honoring the life and memory of Major William "Rusty" Furman Jr.; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, the State of Georgia lost one of its finest citizens and most dedicated law enforcement officers with the passing of Major William "Rusty" Furman Jr. on February 22, 2026; and WHEREAS, Major William "Rusty" Furman Jr. was an original member of the Dunwoody Police Department who dedicated 28 years of service in law enforcement, including roles within the Marietta and Cobb County police departments; and WHEREAS, he was highly regarded by the citizens of his community and state and by local government officials as a person of unquestioned integrity and dedication to the sound principles of law enforcement; and WHEREAS, Major William "Rusty" Furman Jr. exhibited extraordinary devotion to public service, outstanding loyalty, fine leadership, and meticulous attention to detail in all of his duties; and H. R. 1799 LC 112 3930 WHEREAS, he will long be remembered for his inspiring commitment to the welfare of others, which stands as a shining example of the positive effect law enforcement professionals have on the lives and well-being of others. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body join in honoring the life and memory of Major William "Rusty" Furman Jr. and express their most sincere …
Sponsors
- Long Tran (D, 80) · primary sponsor
- Shea Roberts (D, 52)
- Esther Panitch (D, 51)
- Karen Lupton (D, 83)
- Scott Holcomb (D, 101)
Latest actions
- : House Read and Adopted
- : House First Readers
- : House Hopper
Common questions
- What is HR1799?
- HR1799 is a bill in the Georgia Legislature (2025-2026 Regular Session): Furman, Major William "Rusty", Jr.; honoring the life and memory; condolences.
- What does HR1799 do?
- In its own words: A resolution Honoring the life and memory of Major William "Rusty" Furman Jr.; and for other purposes.
- What is the status of HR1799?
- Passed both chambers as of March 19, 2026. Latest action: House Read and Adopted (March 19, 2026).
- Who sponsored HR1799?
- Long Tran (D, 80), with 4 co-sponsors.
- Where is the official record for HR1799?
- On the Georgia Legislature website: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74280
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