HR550: HR550 Brown, Kenneth Wayne; condolences

This is a memorial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honoring Kenneth Wayne Brown of Hart County, who passed away on February 8, 2025. It recounts his life story: his birth in Hartwell, Georgia, his service in the United States Army during the Korean War, his work for the Hart County School System and Monroe Auto Equipment Company, and his 14 years on the Hart County Board of Commissioners. The resolution also notes his faith as a member of Rock Springs Baptist Church, his family life with his wife Betty and their children and grandchildren, and his reputation for integrity and kindness. It closes with the House formally expressing its regret at his passing and honoring his memory. The resolution has no legal effect on Georgia law; it is a ceremonial statement.

• Formally honors the life and memory of Kenneth Wayne Brown on behalf of the Georgia House of Representatives.
• Recounts his military service in the United States Army during the Korean War.
• Documents his public service on the Hart County Board of Commissioners for 14 years and his career with the Hart County School System.
• Expresses the House's sincere regret at his passing, with no changes to Georgia law or funding.

This resolution directly concerns Kenneth Wayne Brown's family, including his wife Betty, children Mike and Tim, and grandchildren, as well as the Hart County community he served through local government and church life. It has no broader regulatory effect on other Georgians.

The resolution carries no legal or financial consequences; it is a public, formal tribute recorded in the legislative record. Its significance is symbolic, recognizing a Hart County veteran and public servant's life and community contributions rather than changing any policy.

• The whereas clauses detail Brown's birth in Hartwell, Georgia, his Korean War service, and his careers with the Hart County School System and Monroe Auto Equipment Company.
• The clauses note his 14 years on the Hart County Board of Commissioners and his membership at Rock Springs Baptist Church.
• The resolving clause formally states the House honors his memory and expresses regret at his passing.

1. 2025-03-06House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2025-03-06House First Readers (House)
3. 2025-03-06House Hopper (House)

• Alan Powell (R, HD-033)Primary sponsor

• memorial resolution
• Hart County
• Korean War veteran
• Georgia House of Representatives