--- title: HR 39. Dickey, Betty Lee Harrison; condolences collection: bills id: 2026-special/hr39 cite_as: HR 39, 2026 Special Session (Ga.) canonical_url: https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2026-special/hr39 md_url: https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2026-special/hr39.md text_url: https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2026-special/hr39/text source_url: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74899 date: 2026-06-22 status: passed corpus_version: bills-2026-09-13 license: Public record of the Georgia General Assembly, via LegiScan; see about.md publisher: Georgia Commons, an independent project of Georgia Civic Data. Not the State of Georgia. 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Dickey, Betty Lee Harrison; condolences ## Text House Resolution 39EX By: Representative Scott of the 76th A RESOLUTION Honoring the life and memory of Betty Lee Harrison Dickey; and for other purposes. WHEREAS, it is with profound respect and heartfelt remembrance that we honor the life and legacy of Betty Lee Harrison Dickey, whose life, though brief in years, was rich in love, faith, family devotion, and cherished memories; and WHEREAS, Betty Lee Harrison Dickey was born on October 7, 1938, in Havana, Florida, as the beloved youngest daughter and "baby" of the late Goldie Ervin Harrison and John Spencer Harrison, and from her earliest days, she brought joy and laughter to all who knew her; and WHEREAS, she was baptized at an early age and joined Hopewell African Methodist Episcopal Church in Havana, Florida, where she developed a foundation of faith that remained with her throughout her life; and WHEREAS, she was united in holy matrimony to Robert Dickey, and together they were blessed with one son, Robert Dickey Jr., who was the pride and joy of her life and whom she loved with all her heart; and H. R. 39EX WHEREAS, Betty Lee was known throughout her family as a devoted and loving mother whose affection for her son was boundless, and she often spoke proudly of him and celebrated every accomplishment and milestone in his life; and WHEREAS, she also shared a special bond with her niece, Mary Ann Harrison, whom she loved dearly and cared for as though she were her own child, offering guidance, encouragement, and motherly affection that left a lasting impact; and WHEREAS, understanding the value of hard work and perseverance, Mrs. Dickey labored in the tobacco fields during her younger years and later worked as a domestic employee before obtaining employment with the State of Florida, demonstrating determination and dedication in every endeavor she pursued; and WHEREAS, despite the challenges of balancing work and family responsibilities, she remained committed to her education and proudly earned her diploma from Carter-Parramore High School in Quincy, Florida, through the school's night program in 1968, serving as an example of persistence and lifelong learning; and WHEREAS, Betty Lee possessed a vibrant spirit and infectious personality, and she was known as a fun-loving individual who enjoyed life, treasured family gatherings, and brought warmth, laughter, and happiness to those fortunate enough to be in her presence; and WHEREAS, although illness came upon her at a relatively young age and required her to spend several years in nursing care facilities in Wakulla County and later Tallahassee, Florida, she faced her circumstances with courage, dignity, and grace; and H. R. 39EX WHEREAS, on October 26, 1976, Mrs. Betty Lee Harrison Dickey departed this earthly life and entered into eternal rest, leaving behind treasured memories and a legacy of love that continues to live on in the hearts of her family and friends; and WHEREAS, her life serves as a testament to the enduring values of faith, perseverance, devotion to family, and finding joy even in the face of adversity; and WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the memory of this beloved daughter, wife, mother, aunt, church member, and friend be appropriately recognized and honored. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body honor the life and memory of Betty Lee Harrison Dickey and express their deepest respect and appreciation for a life that touched countless hearts through kindness, faith, resilience, and love. 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 the family of Betty Lee Harrison Dickey. H. R. 39EX ## Summaries written by Georgia Commons The following was written by claude-sonnet-5 from the text above and is not part of the resolution. Quote the text, not the summary. A Georgia House resolution honors the life and memory of Betty Lee Harrison Dickey, a Florida native who died in 1976, and directs that a copy be sent to her family. ### Plain-language summary This is a memorial resolution passed by the Georgia House of Representatives. It does not change any law. Instead, it formally honors the life of Betty Lee Harrison Dickey, who was born in Havana, Florida in 1938 and died in 1976. The resolution recounts her upbringing, her marriage and son, her work in tobacco fields and as a domestic employee, her later job with the State of Florida, and her perseverance in earning her high school diploma through a night program in 1968. The resolution states that the House honors her memory and expresses respect and appreciation for her life. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to her family. It has no regulatory or funding effect and creates no new obligations under Georgia law. ### What it does - Formally recognizes and honors the life and memory of Betty Lee Harrison Dickey on behalf of the Georgia House of Representatives. - Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for the Dickey family. - Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement; it is a ceremonial statement only. ### Who it affects The resolution directly names the family of Betty Lee Harrison Dickey, including her son Robert Dickey Jr. and niece Mary Ann Harrison, who will receive a copy. It does not impose any obligations on the general public, agencies, or other Georgians. ### Why it matters This resolution has no practical legal effect on Georgians; it is a symbolic gesture by the House of Representatives to publicly honor an individual's life and provide her family with an official memorial document. ### Key provisions - The resolved clause states the House of Representatives honors the life and memory of Betty Lee Harrison Dickey. - A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to make an appropriate copy available to her family. ## Status - Status: Passed (2026-06-22) - Last action: House Read and Adopted (2026-06-22) - Sponsors: Sandra Scott - Official page: https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/74899 > The history, votes, and amendments (131 characters) are at https://georgiacommons.org/bills/2026-special/hr39.md?full=1