Senate Resolution 496 is a commemorative resolution honoring the life and memory of Norma Haynes, who passed away on March 10, 2025. The resolution recounts her significance to Coweta County and the City of Newnan, highlighting her role as Coweta County’s first female bailiff in 1980, her founding of the Newnan Coweta Public Safety Foundation, and her creation of the annual Public Safety Appreciation Lunch to recognize local first responders.
The resolution also describes her broader civic involvement, including her work coordinating Coweta County’s celebration of the 1996 Olympic Torch Relay, and notes the honors she received, such as the Georgia Sheriffs’ Association Meritorious Award and Coweta County Citizen of the Year. It concludes by expressing the Senate’s condolences and directing that a copy of the resolution be provided to her family.
Impact
SR496 does not change state law, create new programs, or appropriate funds. Its effect is purely ceremonial and symbolic: it records the Senate’s official condolences, recognizes Norma Haynes’s public service, and preserves her contributions in the legislative record. The only formal action required is the preparation and distribution of an official copy to her family.
Sentiment
The sentiment surrounding the resolution is uniformly positive and respectful. The bill is framed as a tribute to a widely admired community leader, with language emphasizing her integrity, kindness, service, and lasting impact on public safety in Coweta County. No opposition or negative sentiment is reflected in the text or available legislative context.
Contention
There is no apparent contention associated with SR496. Because it is a memorial resolution, it appears to have been noncontroversial and intended for unanimous or near-unanimous recognition. The only substantive focus is on honoring Norma Haynes’s legacy, particularly her pioneering role in law enforcement and her support for first responders.