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House Resolution 983
By: Representatives Cooper of the 45
th
, Carson of the 46
th
, Seabaugh of the 34
th
, Gullett of
the 19
th
, and Parsons of the 44
th
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and honoring the life and legacy of Judge Reuben Green; and for other
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purposes.2
WHEREAS, Judge Reuben Green, a respected jurist and dedicated public servant, passed3
away after a courageous battle with cancer, leaving behind a profound legacy of service and4
compassion; and5
WHEREAS, born in Oregon and raised between Salem, Oregon, and Vinings, Georgia,6
Judge Green honorably served his country in the United States Marine Corps, earning the7
Good Conduct and National Defense Medals; and8
WHEREAS, Judge Green received his bachelor's degree in political science from Lewis &9
Clark College, where he met his devoted wife of 25 years, Heidi Green, and later earned his10
law degree with honors from Emory University School of Law; and11
WHEREAS, throughout his distinguished career, he served in private law practice, as Special12
Assistant United States Attorney, Assistant District Attorney for Cobb County, and Superior13
Court Judge appointed by Governor Sonny Perdue in 2010, faithfully serving until 2020; and14
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WHEREAS, Judge Green notably established the Cobb County Veterans Accountability and
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Treatment Court, a pioneering program providing essential rehabilitation and support16
services to veterans involved in the criminal justice system; and17
WHEREAS, admired for his fairness, integrity, and commitment to justice, Judge Green18
positively impacted countless lives through his dedicated service both inside and outside the19
courtroom; and20
WHEREAS, a loving husband, father, and mentor, Judge Green is fondly remembered for21
his kindness, empathy, humor, and unwavering dedication to family, faith, and community;22
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WHEREAS, he and Heidi faithfully served their community and state by fostering 1524
children, helping families in their church successfully achieve adoption, and adopting Hailey25
as their daughter; and26
WHEREAS, Judge Green cherished and honored his role as a father and often spoke of his27
greatest achievement in raising Hailey and Colton, particularly in his final years, along with28
his partner of 25 years, Heidi; and29
WHEREAS, Judge Green's profound contributions to Cobb County and the State of Georgia,30
particularly through the establishment and nurturing of the Veterans Court, have left an31
enduring legacy that will continue to benefit generations to come.32
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that33
the members of this body join in honoring the extraordinary life and leadership of Judge34
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Reuben Green, celebrating his profound contributions to the State of Georgia, and expressing
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deepest condolences to his family, friends, and all who were blessed to know him.36
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized37
and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to Heidi38
Green and the family of Judge Reuben Green.39
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