Georgia CommonsHouse · Passed · 2025-2026 Regular Session
HR 686: Brown, Barry A.; condolences
Last action March 21, 2025 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution honors the life of Barry A. Brown, a longtime Tybee Island public servant and business owner, and offers condolences to his family.
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In plain language
This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives recognizes the life of Barry A. Brown, a Savannah native who spent more than 20 years serving the City of Tybee on its Planning Commission, City Council, and as Mayor Pro Tempore. It also notes his 25 years with the Marine Rescue Squadron, his membership in the American Legion, and his ownership of Barry A. Brown Co. Inc. The resolution formally states that House members honor his memory and express regret at his passing. It directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for delivery to his family. The measure does not change any Georgia law; it is a ceremonial statement by the legislature.
What the bill does
- Formally expresses the Georgia House of Representatives' recognition of Barry A. Brown's life and public service.
- States the House's regret at his passing and honors his memory in the official record.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for his family.
- Recounts his decades of service on the Tybee Island Planning Commission, City Council, and as Mayor Pro Tempore, along with his community and volunteer roles.
Who it affects
This resolution directly names Barry A. Brown's family, including his wife, children, siblings, and grandchildren. It also reflects on his connections to the City of Tybee government, the Marine Rescue Squadron, and American Legion Post 154.
Why it matters
The resolution has no legal or regulatory effect; it does not change Georgia law or create any funding or requirement. Its practical effect is a formal, public acknowledgment from the state legislature that will be delivered to Barry A. Brown's family.
Key provisions
- The resolved clause states that House members honor Barry A. Brown'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 his family.
- The preamble (whereas clauses) recounts his biography, including his birth in Savannah, education, Tybee Island public service, and family.
From the bill
“the members of this body honor the life and memory of Barry A. Brown and express their deepest and most sincere regret at his passing.”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Jesse Petrea (R, HD-166)
Topics
- condolence resolution
- Tybee Island
- Georgia House of Representatives
- local government service