Rep. Lee Gilreath

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution (H 4104) declares Wednesday, March 5, 2025, as "Clemson Day" across South Carolina. It recognizes Clemson University's historical role, economic impact ($6.4 billion annually), statewide presence (including research centers in all 46 counties), and contributions to education and industry. The resolution does not create new laws or policies but formally honors Clemson University through a state-wide observance. It will be presented to Clemson University's president as part of this ceremonial recognition.

A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION TO RECOGNIZE AND HONOR MEMBERS OF THE SOUTH CAROLINA CHAPTER OF THE AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PEDIATRICS AND TO DECLARE APRIL 1, 2025, AS "SOUTH CAROLINA CHAPTER OF THE AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PEDIATRICS DAY" IN SOUTH CAROLINA.

A BILL TO AMEND THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS BY ENACTING THE "SOUTH CAROLINA MEDICAL FREEDOM ACT" BY ADDING CHAPTER 141 TO TITLE 44 SO AS TO PROVIDE THAT EVERY PERSON HAS THE RIGHT TO REFUSE MEDICAL PROCEDURES, MEDICAL TREATMENTS, VACCINES, AND OTHER MEDICAL CARE AND TO PROTECT THOSE PERSONS FROM DISCRIMINATION; TO PROTECT HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS FROM DISCIPLINARY ACTION FOR VOICING CONCERNS ABOUT MEDICAL MANDATES OR TREATMENTS OR FOR ADVOCATING FOR PATIENTS' RIGHTS; TO CREATE A CAUSE OF ACTION TO PROTECT HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS EXPERIENCING RETALIATION; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.

A BILL TO AMEND THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS BY ENACTING THE "SOUTH CAROLINA CLEAN AIR ACT"; BY AMENDING SECTION 48-1-110, RELATING IN PART TO UNLAWFUL DISCHARGES OF AIR CONTAMINANTS, SO AS TO PROHIBIT THE INTENTIONAL EMISSION OF ANY AIR CONTAMINANT WHOSE PURPOSE IS TO AFFECT TEMPERATURE, WEATHER, OR SUNLIGHT INTENSITY; TO ESTABLISH CRIMINAL PENALTIES; TO REQUIRE THE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES TO TAKE CERTAIN ACTIONS, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.

A HOUSE RESOLUTION TO CONGRATULATE HELEN MUNNERLYN UPON THE OCCASION OF HER RETIREMENT AS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF LEADERSHIP SOUTH CAROLINA, TO COMMEND HER FOR MORE THAN TWO DECADES OF DEDICATED SERVICE, AND TO WISH HER MUCH CONTINUED SUCCESS AND FULFILLMENT IN THE YEARS TO COME.

A HOUSE RESOLUTION TO DECLARE MAY 17, 2025, AS NECROTIZING ENTEROCOLITIS AWARENESS DAY IN SOUTH CAROLINA AND TO ENCOURAGE ALL CITIZENS OF SOUTH CAROLINA TO EDUCATE THEMSELVES REGARDING THIS DEVASTATING DISEASE AND TO SUPPORT FAMILIES AFFECTED BY IT.

A HOUSE RESOLUTION TO HONOR PASTOR JAMES C. WOODLEY OF GILL CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH IN COLUMBIA ON THE OCCASION OF HIS TENTH ANNIVERSARY OF GOSPEL MINISTRY AT GILL CREEK AND TO EXTEND TO HIM BEST WISHES FOR GOD'S RICHEST BLESSINGS AS HE CONTINUES TO SERVE THE LORD.

A HOUSE RESOLUTION TO RECOGNIZE AND HONOR DR. JAMES "CHUCK" EPPS JR., SUPERINTENDENT OF FORT MILL SCHOOL DISTRICT, UPON THE OCCASION OF HIS RETIREMENT AFTER FORTY-NINE YEARS OF VISIONARY SERVICE, AND TO WISH HIM CONTINUED SUCCESS AND HAPPINESS IN ALL HIS FUTURE ENDEAVORS.

A HOUSE RESOLUTION TO RECOGNIZE AND HONOR CAPTAIN BRYAN ANDREW YALE, UNITED STATES AIR FORCE, UPON THE OCCASION OF HIS RETIREMENT AFTER YEARS OF OUTSTANDING SERVICE, AND TO WISH HIM CONTINUED SUCCESS AND HAPPINESS IN ALL HIS FUTURE ENDEAVORS.

Maddy summaryThis resolution declares February 28, 2025, as "Rosenwald School Day" in South Carolina to honor the historical significance of Rosenwald Schools. These schools, built between 1912 and 1923 with funds from Julius Rosenwald and Booker T. Washington, provided education for African American students across the Southeast, with 486 such schools constructed in South Carolina. The resolution serves as a symbolic recognition of their role in Black education and community life, without creating new policies or affecting any specific group. It does not establish new programs or obligations but aims to acknowledge this cultural heritage.