Georgia CommonsSR 831: Barrett IV, Charles "Beau" Donald; celebrate the birth
Last action February 24, 2026 · Senate Read and Adopted
A Georgia Senate resolution formally congratulates Senate staffers Charlie and Haley Barrett on the birth of their son, Charles "Beau" Donald Barrett IV.
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In plain language
This is a ceremonial resolution from the Georgia Senate, not a law that changes any statute. It recognizes the August 13, 2025 birth of Charles "Beau" Donald Barrett IV to Charlie and Haley Barrett. The resolution notes Charlie Barrett's role as Chief of Staff to the Senate President Pro Tempore and Haley Barrett's role as Communications Director for the Georgia State Ethics Commission. It directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare a copy of the resolution for the family. It carries no legal effect beyond expressing the Senate's congratulations and best wishes.
What the bill does
- Formally congratulates Charlie and Haley Barrett on the birth of their son, Charles "Beau" Donald Barrett IV.
- States the baby's birth weight and length and extends wishes for a long, happy, and healthy life.
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to the family.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names Charlie Barrett, Chief of Staff to the Senate President Pro Tempore, and Haley Barrett, Communications Director for the Georgia State Ethics Commission, along with their newborn son. It also involves the Secretary of the Senate, who must prepare the commemorative copy.
Why it matters
This resolution has no effect on Georgia law or policy. It is a personal, ceremonial gesture by the Senate to mark the birth of a colleague's child and create an official keepsake for the family.
Key provisions
- The resolving clause congratulates Charlie and Haley Barrett on the birth of their son and wishes him a long, happy, and healthy life.
- The final clause directs the Secretary of the Senate to make a copy of the resolution available for distribution to the parents.
From the bill
“the members of this body are delighted that baby Beau already enjoys riding in a big red car named Clifford.”
Status timeline
- Senate Read and Adopted (Senate)
- Senate Hopper (Senate)
Sponsors
- Larry Walker (R, SD-020)
- Jason Anavitarte (R, SD-031)
- Blake Tillery (R, SD-019)
- Drew Echols (R, SD-049)
- Matt Brass (R, SD-006)
- Bill Cowsert (R, SD-046)
- John Albers (R, SD-056)
- Shawn Still (R, SD-048)
- Kay Kirkpatrick (R, SD-032)
- Randy Robertson (R, SD-029)
- Clint Dixon (R, SD-045)
- Russ Goodman (R, SD-008)
- Frank Ginn (R, SD-047)
Topics
- Georgia Senate resolution
- ceremonial resolution
- Senate staff