HR1013: HR1013 Massey, Abit; honoring the life and memory; condolences

This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honors Abit Massey, who died recently, recounting his decades of service to Georgia including his early work at the state capitol, his role creating the Department of Commerce's first Tourist Division and welcome station, and his leadership of the Georgia Poultry Federation. It also recognizes his ties to the University of Georgia, his many honors and awards, his personal life with his wife Kayanne and their family, and his broader civic influence. The resolution does not change any Georgia law; it simply expresses the House's regret at his passing and directs the Clerk of the House to send a copy of the resolution to his family.

• Formally expresses the House of Representatives' regret at the passing of Abit Massey and honors his life and career.
• Recounts his public service history, including work at the Georgia State Capitol and leadership of the Georgia Poultry Federation.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Massey's family.
• Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory change; it is a commemorative statement rather than legislation.

The resolution directly affects the family of Abit Massey, who will receive a copy, and reflects recognition by members of the Georgia House of Representatives. It does not impose obligations on the general public, businesses, or government agencies.

While the resolution has no legal or regulatory effect, it serves as an official public record of the Georgia House of Representatives' recognition of a notable Georgian's contributions to state government, agriculture, and higher education, and offers formal condolences to his family.

• The resolution's whereas clauses detail Massey's career, including his role creating the state's first Tourist Division and first welcome station in Screven County.
• It notes his leadership of the Georgia Poultry Federation and his continued service as president emeritus.
• It lists his connections to the University of Georgia, including service with the UGA Alumni Association and UGA Foundation.
• The resolved clauses state that the House joins in honoring his memory and expresses regret at his passing.
• The final clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available to his family.

1. 2026-01-13House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-01-13House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-01-13House Hopper (House)

• Jon Burns (R, HD-159)Primary sponsor
• Robert Dickey (R, HD-134)
• Lee Hawkins (R, HD-027)
• Matt Dubnik (R, HD-029)
• Steven Meeks (R, HD-178)
• Trey Rhodes (R, HD-124)

• commemorative resolution
• Georgia agriculture
• University of Georgia
• Georgia House of Representatives