S 1154 South Carolina Senate · 2025-2026 Regular Session

Maxie Burton Concurrent

This bill is a concurrent resolution that formally recognizes and honors Horace Maxie Burton for his sixty-five-year career as a gospel musician. It directly affects Burton by acknowledging his contributions to music, which include performing with national groups like the Mighty Clouds of Joy and singing the national anthem at Atlanta Braves games. The resolution highlights his life story, noting his roots in Simpsonville, his family, and his long-standing membership at Reedy Fork Baptist Church. Finally, the bill mandates that a copy of this resolution be presented to Burton as a gesture of appreciation from the South Carolina General Assembly.
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Introduction
Apr 2026
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Apr 2026
House Passage
Apr 2026
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Introduced Apr 29, 2026 Last action Apr 30, 2026
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Apr 30, 2026
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Apr 29, 2026
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