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Restoring Power to the People Advancing Limited Government and Georgia’s Future
Representative Report
Charlice Byrd
Tuesday, 21 January 2025
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The principles of limited government, decentralization, and personal responsibility have long been at the heart of effective leadership. These ideals resonate deeply across the nation, particularly here in Georgia, where the people have consistently demanded a government that works for them — not over them.
As a member of the Georgia House of Representatives, I am proud to stand for these values. By focusing on reducing the size of government and returning power to the states and local communities, we can create a system that ensures greater accountability.
Why Limited Government Matters
Government works best when it is small, focused, and accountable. Over the years, excessive spending and regulatory overreach have stifled small businesses, burdened taxpayers, and weakened local autonomy. In 2022, the federal budget exceeded $6 trillion, a stark reminder that unchecked growth is unsustainable (Congressional Budget Office, 2023).
Trump's victory highlighted this concern, offering a mandate to streamline government and prioritize the core functions that protect individual freedoms, strengthen families, and promote opportunities. These values are central to the work I advocate for in the Georgia legislature — ensuring that taxpayer dollars are spent wisely, businesses are free to thrive, and citizens are empowered to pursue success on their terms.
The Case for Limited Government
When governments overextend, they often create one-size-fits-all solutions that fail to address the unique needs of communities. Streamlining government functions and eliminating unnecessary programs can reduce taxpayer burdens while enhancing effectiveness and responsiveness.
In Georgia, We Must Focus on Policies That:
Foster Economic Growth — Removing regulatory barriers and lowering taxes encourages entrepreneurship and job creation.
Ensure Efficiency — Simplifying government programs and cutting wasteful spending enables better use of resources for critical priorities.
Protect Individual Freedoms — Limited government ensures that personal liberties are preserved, allowing citizens to make decisions for themselves and their families.
As your representative, I am committed to ensuring that our state remains a beacon of opportunity, self-reliance, and freedom. This means continuing to advocate for policies that put power back in the hands of the people, reduce wasteful spending, and prioritize the unique needs of Georgia's diverse communities.
By working together, we can uphold the values that make our state strong and ensure that Georgia remains a leader in advancing freedom, prosperity, and accountability for future generations.
Source: The Budget and Economic Outlook: 2023 to 2033, CBO.gov/publication/58848
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Charlice Byrd
Charlice Byrd
Charlice Byrd represents Georgia House District 20, which includes parts of Canton and Woodstock. 404-557-2218.
Charlice.Byrd@house.ga.gov
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