SR1063: SR1063 Haney, Larry Wayne; condolences

This resolution is a ceremonial tribute passed by the Georgia Senate. It does not change any law. Instead, it formally recognizes the life of Larry Wayne Haney, a lifelong resident of Rockmart, Georgia, who owned and operated Haney Farm & Ranch Supply, Haney Powersports, and Sidekicks Restaurant. The resolution recounts his birth in Aragon, Georgia, in 1952, his family, his love of rodeo, and his reputation for integrity and kindness. The Senate resolves to join in honoring his memory and expressing sincere regret at his passing. It also directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Haney's family.

• Formally expresses the Georgia Senate's condolences on the death of Larry Wayne Haney, who died March 22, 2026.
• Recounts his life, family, business career, and community reputation for the official Senate record.
• Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for delivery to Haney's family.
• Creates no new law, funding, or regulatory requirement, as is typical for a memorial resolution.

The resolution directly names and affects the family of Larry Wayne Haney, including his wife, daughters, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, and formally involves the Georgia Senate and its Secretary, who must prepare the commemorative copy.

The resolution carries no legal or regulatory effect on the public. Its practical outcome is a formal, permanent Senate record honoring Haney's life and a keepsake copy given to his family, reflecting how the Georgia General Assembly marks the passing of notable citizens.

• The whereas clauses describe Haney's birth on July 1, 1952 in Aragon, Georgia, his business ventures, and his family, including his wife Elaine and his children and grandchildren.
• The resolved clause has the Senate join in honoring his memory and expressing regret at his passing.
• A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy available for distribution to Haney's family.

1. 2026-03-31Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
2. 2026-03-27Senate Hopper (Senate)

• Jason Anavitarte (R, SD-031)Primary sponsor
• Larry Walker (R, SD-020)
• Randy Robertson (R, SD-029)
• Timothy Bearden (R, SD-030)
• Greg Dolezal (R, SD-027)
• Kay Kirkpatrick (R, SD-032)
• Russ Goodman (R, SD-008)

• memorial resolution
• Georgia Senate
• Rockmart Georgia
• condolence resolution