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title: HR 28. Burns, Speaker Jon and Mrs. Dayle; celebration of their 50th wedding anniversary; recognize
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date: 2026-06-22
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status_date: 2026-06-22
last_action: House Read and Adopted
sponsors:
  - James Hatchett
  - Butch Parrish
  - James Burchett
  - Bill Hitchens
  - Steven Meeks
  - Trey Rhodes
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  - ceremonial resolution
  - Georgia House of Representatives
  - Speaker Jon Burns
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# HR 28. Burns, Speaker Jon and Mrs. Dayle; celebration of their 50th wedding anniversary; recognize

## Text

House Resolution 28EX
By: Representatives Hatchett of the 155th, Parrish of the 158th, Burchett of the 176th, Hitchens
of the 161st, Meeks of the 178th, and others
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing and commending Speaker Jon Burns and Mrs. Dayle Burns upon the celebration
of their 50th wedding anniversary; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, on June 26, 1976, following their graduation from Georgia Southern University,
Jon and Dayle were united in marriage before family, friends, and loved ones at Holy Trinity
Episcopal Church in Bartow, Florida, beginning a lifelong partnership rooted in faith, love,
mutual respect, and an unwavering commitment to one another; and
WHEREAS, as they celebrate the joyous occasion of their 50th wedding anniversary, they
mark a milestone that reflects five decades of enduring devotion, shared purpose, and
steadfast support through every season of life; and
WHEREAS, together they have built a loving family, raising two sons, Jon Guerry Burns and
Wilson Burns, and delighting in the blessings of five beloved grandchildren—Jon David,
Ava, Elizabeth, Georgia, and Lila—whose lives stand as a testament to the values of faith,
integrity, and compassion instilled by their grandparents; and
WHEREAS, their grandchildren have expressed profound gratitude for the impact Jon and
Dayle Burns have had on their lives, sharing that Jon and Dayle's commitment to one another
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has taught them the importance of family, hard work, and unconditional love; that some of
their most cherished memories are because of their grandparents and will remain with them
forever; that Jon and Dayle have shown them what a strong marriage looks like and have
always been the heart of their family; and that they are honored to celebrate this milestone
with them; and
WHEREAS, Jon and Dayle Burns are devoted members of the historic Mizpah Church in
Clyo, Georgia, where their faith and church family have served as the cornerstone of their
marriage and lives; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Dayle Burns devoted her distinguished career to educating and inspiring
the children of Southeast Georgia, faithfully serving generations of students while expanding
opportunities for academic achievement and lifelong success; and
WHEREAS, Speaker Burns has faithfully served the people of Georgia with integrity,
humility, and principled leadership, and his extraordinary service has been strengthened by
the constant encouragement, wisdom, and partnership of Dayle, whose support has been
instrumental throughout his years of public service; and
WHEREAS, united by a shared passion for improving the lives of their neighbors, they have
championed meaningful advancements in education, including supporting Georgia's most
significant early literacy reforms in decades, helping ensure that countless children are
equipped with the foundational skills needed to thrive for generations to come; and
WHEREAS, throughout their marriage, Jon and Dayle Burns have remained true partners in
every endeavor, faithfully supporting one another from the farm to the classroom, from the
halls of the State Capitol to the warmth of their home, strengthening one another through
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every challenge and triumph while dedicating themselves to serving their family, their
community, and the great State of Georgia; and
WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the members of this body recognize the
extraordinary example set by Jon and Dayle Burns, whose lives together have been defined
by faith, family, service, and an enduring love that continues to inspire all who know them;
and
WHEREAS, we know what they know; it's a GREAT DAY TO BE A GEORGIAN!
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body recognize and commend Speaker Jon Burns and Mrs. Dayle Burns
upon the celebration of their 50th wedding anniversary on June 26, 2026; extend their
heartfelt congratulations and best wishes; and express profound appreciation for their many
contributions to the State of Georgia.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to
Speaker Jon Burns and Mrs. Dayle Burns.
H. R. 28EX

## Summaries written by Georgia Commons

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A House resolution recognizes Georgia House Speaker Jon Burns and Mrs. Dayle Burns as they celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary, honoring their family and public service.

### Plain-language summary

This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives, not a change to state law. It recognizes Speaker Jon Burns and his wife Dayle Burns on the occasion of their 50th wedding anniversary, which falls on June 26, 2026.
The resolution recounts their marriage in 1976, their two sons and five grandchildren, Dayle Burns' career as an educator in Southeast Georgia, and Speaker Burns' service in the legislature. It also credits the couple with supporting early literacy reforms in Georgia schools. The resolution formally extends congratulations and directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy for the couple.

### What it does

- Formally recognizes and commends Speaker Jon Burns and Mrs. Dayle Burns on their 50th wedding anniversary.
- Extends the House's congratulations and best wishes to the couple and expresses appreciation for their contributions to Georgia.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to the couple.
- Creates no new law, funding, or regulation; it is purely a ceremonial statement by the House.

### Who it affects

This resolution directly names Speaker Jon Burns and Mrs. Dayle Burns. It has no legal effect on the general public, businesses, or government agencies, since it is a ceremonial statement rather than a change in Georgia law.

### Why it matters

The resolution has no practical effect on Georgia residents or state operations. Its significance is symbolic, marking a personal milestone for a sitting legislative leader and directing an official record of that recognition into the House journal.

### Key provisions

- The resolution's whereas clauses recount the couple's 1976 marriage, their family, Dayle Burns' teaching career, and Speaker Burns' legislative service.
- The resolved clause formally recognizes and commends the Burnses on their anniversary, dated June 26, 2026, and extends congratulations.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to the couple.

## Status

- Status: Passed (2026-06-22)
- Last action: House Read and Adopted (2026-06-22)
- Sponsors: James Hatchett, Butch Parrish, James Burchett, Bill Hitchens, Steven Meeks, Trey Rhodes
- Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74877

> The history, votes, and amendments (131 characters) are at https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2026-special/hr28.md?full=1