This resolution honors Loy Bailey for his remarkable forty-eight years of dedicated service to the Arkansas Department of Health, culminating in his retirement on December 31, 2025. Throughout his career, Mr. Bailey held various positions, starting as a Sanitarian and eventually becoming the Benton County Local Health Unit Administrator in the early 1990s. He has been actively involved in numerous public health associations and has served on various boards, including the Arkansas Public Health Association and the State Board of Health, demonstrating his commitment to improving public health in Arkansas.

The Senate commends Mr. Bailey for his extensive contributions to the community and the state, recognizing the lasting impact he has made throughout his career. The resolution expresses gratitude for his service and wishes him well in his retirement. A copy of the resolution will be presented to Mr. Bailey by the Secretary of the Senate as a token of appreciation for his dedication to the people of Arkansas.