HR1117: HR1117 Golden, Steve Dale; honoring the life and memory; condolences

This resolution is a ceremonial statement from the Georgia House of Representatives marking the death of Steve Dale Golden. It recounts his life story: his birth in Louisville, Kentucky in 1959, his 23 years of service in the United States Navy, his marriage to his wife Camishe, and his two children, Tynecia and Sydney. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It formally expresses the House's regret at his passing and directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for his family.

• Formally expresses the House of Representatives' regret over the death of Steve Dale Golden.
• Recites biographical details about Golden, including his 23 years of service in the United States Navy.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to his family.
• Does not create, amend, or repeal any Georgia statute; it is a purely ceremonial statement.

This resolution primarily affects the family of Steve Dale Golden, who will receive an official copy, and it reflects the sentiments of the members of the Georgia House of Representatives who adopted it.

The resolution carries no legal or financial effect on Georgians generally. Its significance is symbolic, giving the family of Steve Dale Golden a formal, public acknowledgment from the state legislature of his life and military service.

• The whereas clauses describe Golden's birth, family, 23-year Navy career, marriage, and children.
• The first resolving clause has the House join in honoring his life and memory and expressing regret at his passing.
• The second resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy available to his family.

1. 2026-01-28House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-01-28House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-01-28House Hopper (House)

• Mary Ann Santos (D, HD-117)Primary sponsor
• Noelle Kahaian (R, HD-081)

• memorial resolution
• Georgia House of Representatives
• military veterans