HR780: HR780 Earl, Gary Everett; condolences

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives, not a change to state law. It recognizes the life of Gary Everett Earl, who was born in Hartford, Connecticut, raised in Columbus, Georgia, served in the United States Army, worked for 30 years at TSYS, and was active in his church and community. The resolution formally expresses the House's regret at his passing and honors his memory on behalf of the state. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare an official copy of the resolution for delivery to his family, Roy and Clote Earl's son and father to Giovan, Jalen, and Brianna, as a keepsake of the tribute.

• Formally honors the life and memory of Gary Everett Earl on behalf of the Georgia House of Representatives.
• Expresses the House's sincere regret at his passing on March 23, 2025.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for his family.
• Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory change; it is a ceremonial tribute only.

The resolution directly names the family of Gary Everett Earl, including his parents, three children, and granddaughter, who will receive an official copy. It has no regulatory effect on the public, businesses, or government agencies.

For the Earl family, the resolution provides a formal, lasting record of recognition from the state legislature. It does not change any Georgia law, program, or funding, so its impact is limited to public commemoration rather than any practical effect on residents.

• The whereas clauses recount Gary Everett Earl's life, including his birth in Hartford, Connecticut, his upbringing in Columbus, Georgia, and his 30 years at TSYS.
• The first resolving clause has the House of Representatives join in honoring his life and expressing regret at his death.
• The second resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to his family.

1. 2025-03-27House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2025-03-27House First Readers (House)
3. 2025-03-27House Hopper (House)

• Teddy Reese (D, HD-140)Primary sponsor
• Carolyn Hugley (D, HD-141)

• condolence resolution
• Columbus Georgia
• military veterans
• TSYS