HR2002: HR2002 Smith, Howard Edward; honoring the life and memory; condolences

This resolution is a ceremonial measure passed by the Georgia House of Representatives. It does not change any law. Instead, it recognizes the life of Howard Edward Smith, known as 'Big Ed,' who passed away on March 14, 2026, describing his faith, family, and community involvement. The resolution formally states that House members join in honoring his memory and express regret at his passing. It also directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for delivery to Smith's family. Resolutions of this kind are symbolic gestures rather than binding legal changes.

• Formally expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' regret over the death of Howard Edward Smith and honors his memory.
• Recounts biographical details about Smith, including his family, decades of church membership, and community involvement.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Smith's family.

This resolution directly concerns the family of Howard Edward Smith, who will receive a copy of it, and the members of the Georgia House of Representatives who adopted it as a formal expression of condolence.

While the resolution carries no legal or regulatory effect, it provides an official public record of tribute from the state legislature, giving Smith's family a formal document recognizing his life and community contributions.

• The whereas clauses describe Smith's life, including his birth in Clarkesville, Georgia, his marriage to Louise, his three children, seven grandchildren, and five great grandchildren.
• The resolved clause states that House members join in honoring Smith's life and memory and express regret at his passing.
• A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy available for distribution to Smith's family.

1. 2026-03-27House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2026-03-27House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-03-27House Hopper (House)

• Jutt Howard (R, HD-071)Primary sponsor
• David Huddleston (R, HD-072)
• Tyler Smith (R, HD-018)
• Lynn Smith (R, HD-070)

• memorial resolution
• Georgia House of Representatives
• condolences