Georgia CommonsHR 2004: Haynes, Reverend Dr. Richard B.; celebrating his retirement on April 11, 2026; recognize
Last action March 27, 2026 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution honors Reverend Dr. Richard B. Haynes of Lilburn for 38 years as pastor of Salem Missionary Baptist Church and celebrates his retirement on April 11, 2026.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives, not a change to state law. It recognizes Reverend Dr. Richard B. Haynes for his 38 years of service as pastor of Salem Missionary Baptist Church in Lilburn, Gwinnett County. The resolution describes his leadership in growing the church from fewer than 100 members to over 4,500, creating a School of Ministry, and providing guidance to individuals and families in the community. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for Reverend Haynes as a keepsake marking his retirement.
What the bill does
- Formally commends Reverend Dr. Richard B. Haynes for 38 years of service as pastor of Salem Missionary Baptist Church in Lilburn.
- Recognizes specific accomplishments, including growing church membership from under 100 to over 4,500 and creating a School of Ministry.
- Congratulates Haynes on his retirement, effective April 11, 2026.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Haynes.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names Reverend Dr. Richard B. Haynes and Salem Missionary Baptist Church in Lilburn, Gwinnett County. It has no legal effect on other Georgians, agencies, or businesses; its distribution involves only the Clerk of the House of Representatives.
Why it matters
This resolution carries no legal or financial effect; it does not change any Georgia law, create funding, or impose requirements. Its significance is symbolic, giving public recognition through the House of Representatives to a longtime Gwinnett County pastor's retirement.
Key provisions
- The resolved clause commends Reverend Haynes for 38 years of service in Lilburn and extends congratulations on his retirement.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Haynes.
- The whereas clauses recite background facts about his tenure but create no legal obligations.
From the bill
“the members of this body commend Reverend Dr. Richard B. Haynes for giving the city of Lilburn 38 years of faithful and dedicated service and extend their sincerest congratulations upon the occasion of his retirement”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Jasmine Clark (D, HD-108)
- Dewey McClain (D, HD-109)
- Arlene Beckles (D, HD-096)
- Segun Adeyina (D, HD-110)
- Gabe Okoye (D, HD-102)
Topics
- ceremonial resolution
- Gwinnett County
- religious leaders
- Lilburn