Georgia CommonsSR 32: Newton IV, Charles G.; recognize
Last action January 27, 2025 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution honors Charles G. Newton IV of McDuffie County for more than two decades as chairman of the McDuffie County Board of Commissioners upon his retirement.
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In plain language
This resolution is a ceremonial measure from the Georgia Senate rather than a change to state law. It recognizes Charles G. Newton IV for his long public service leading McDuffie County, Georgia, including more than 20 years as chairman of the McDuffie County Board of Commissioners. The resolution credits Newton with helping secure resources for infrastructure projects such as a county-wide water and sewer system, road improvements, and a bypass, as well as a broadband initiative, a Boys and Girls Club, and a new county government complex. It also notes his service on several local boards. The Senate resolves to commend him and directs the Secretary of the Senate to give him a copy of the resolution.
What the bill does
- Formally recognizes and commends Charles G. Newton IV for his public service to McDuffie County, Georgia.
- Congratulates Newton on his retirement as chairman of the McDuffie County Board of Commissioners.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Newton.
- Does not create, amend, or repeal any Georgia statute; it has no regulatory or funding effect.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names and honors Charles G. Newton IV. It also references McDuffie County government and residents, the McDuffie County Board of Health, the Thomson-McDuffie County Water-Sewer Commission, and the Forward McDuffie Board of Directors, on which Newton served.
Why it matters
This is a symbolic honor rather than a policy change, so it does not alter anyone's rights, duties, or funding. Its practical effect is limited to a formal Senate record and a distributed copy commemorating Newton's decades of local public service.
Key provisions
- The resolution's whereas clauses describe Newton's more than two decades as chairman of the McDuffie County Board of Commissioners and his roles on local boards.
- The resolved clause has the Senate recognize, commend, and congratulate Newton on his retirement and wish him continued health and happiness.
- A further resolved clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy available for distribution to Newton.
From the bill
“he has diligently and conscientiously devoted innumerable hours of his time, talents, and energy toward the betterment of his community and state”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Max Burns (R, SD-023)
- Lee Anderson (R, SD-024)
- Billy Hickman (R, SD-004)
- Harold Jones (D, SD-022)
Topics
- McDuffie County
- legislative resolution
- local government leadership
- Georgia Senate honors