Georgia CommonsSR 572: Bailey, Mr. Ricky D. "Rick"; condolences
Last action January 14, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution honors the life of Ricky D. "Rick" Bailey, a Cherokee County insurance professional, and offers condolences to his family.
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In plain language
This resolution is a formal statement from the Georgia Senate marking the death of Ricky D. "Rick" Bailey, a longtime Cherokee County resident and insurance industry leader. It recounts his upbringing in Holly Springs, his education, his marriage and family, his career founding Rick Bailey & Company, and his recognition within state and national insurance organizations. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It formally expresses the Senate's condolences to Bailey's family and friends and directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to his family.
What the bill does
- Formally honors the life and memory of Ricky D. "Rick" Bailey on behalf of the Georgia Senate.
- Extends the Senate's condolences to Bailey's family and friends.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Bailey's family.
- Does not create, amend, or repeal any Georgia statute or program.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names the family and friends of Ricky D. "Rick" Bailey, including his wife and four daughters, as well as members of the Georgia Senate who adopt it. It has no broader legal effect on other Georgians.
Why it matters
The resolution carries symbolic and ceremonial weight rather than any legal or financial effect. It gives Bailey's family an official acknowledgment from the state legislature of his life and contributions, but it does not alter any law, funding, or public policy.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses recount Bailey's background, family, faith, education, and career as an insurance agent and founder of Rick Bailey & Company.
- The first resolving clause states the Senate's honor for Bailey's life and its condolences to his family and friends.
- The second resolving clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy of the resolution available to Bailey's family.
From the bill
“NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE that the members of this body honor the life and memory of Mr. Ricky D. "Rick" Bailey and extend their deepest condolences to his family and friends.”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Jason T. Dickerson (R, SD-021)
- Kay Kirkpatrick (R, SD-032)
- John Albers (R, SD-056)
Topics
- condolence resolution
- Georgia Senate
- Cherokee County
- insurance industry