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Honoring the life and heroic sacrifice of Mr. Anderson "Chase" Childers, a former Georgia police officer who selflessly sacrificed his life rescuing swimmers from a deadly rip current off the coast of South Carolina.

USA119th CongressHRES-624| House 
| Updated: 8/1/2025
Russell Fry

Russell Fry

Republican Representative

South Carolina

Cosponsors (2)
Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (Republican)Barry Loudermilk (Republican)

Oversight and Government Reform Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This resolution honors the life and heroic sacrifice of Mr. Anderson "Chase" Childers, a former Georgia police officer who selflessly gave his life rescuing a family of five from a dangerous rip current off the coast of Pawleys Island, South Carolina. Mr. Childers, a 38-year-old decorated former police officer, displayed extraordinary courage by entering the ocean to save the family, ultimately succumbing to the current after expending all his energy. The House of Representatives offers its deepest condolences to his wife, Nataley, and their three children, as well as his friends and loved ones. It also commends the first responders involved in recovery efforts and recognizes the significant danger posed by rip currents, advocating for public education to reduce future loss of life. The resolution celebrates Mr. Childers' legacy of service and heroism, expressing gratitude for all who act selflessly in service to others, even at great personal risk.
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Aug 1, 2025
Submitted in House
Aug 1, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
  • August 1, 2025
    Submitted in House


  • August 1, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

Crime and Law Enforcement

Honoring the life and heroic sacrifice of Mr. Anderson "Chase" Childers, a former Georgia police officer who selflessly sacrificed his life rescuing swimmers from a deadly rip current off the coast of South Carolina.

USA119th CongressHRES-624| House 
| Updated: 8/1/2025
This resolution honors the life and heroic sacrifice of Mr. Anderson "Chase" Childers, a former Georgia police officer who selflessly gave his life rescuing a family of five from a dangerous rip current off the coast of Pawleys Island, South Carolina. Mr. Childers, a 38-year-old decorated former police officer, displayed extraordinary courage by entering the ocean to save the family, ultimately succumbing to the current after expending all his energy. The House of Representatives offers its deepest condolences to his wife, Nataley, and their three children, as well as his friends and loved ones. It also commends the first responders involved in recovery efforts and recognizes the significant danger posed by rip currents, advocating for public education to reduce future loss of life. The resolution celebrates Mr. Childers' legacy of service and heroism, expressing gratitude for all who act selflessly in service to others, even at great personal risk.
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Timeline
Aug 1, 2025
Submitted in House
Aug 1, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
  • August 1, 2025
    Submitted in House


  • August 1, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Russell Fry

Russell Fry

Republican Representative

South Carolina

Cosponsors (2)
Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (Republican)Barry Loudermilk (Republican)

Oversight and Government Reform Committee

Crime and Law Enforcement

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted