A SENATE RESOLUTION TO HONOR CANCER PATIENTS, SURVIVORS, AND THEIR FAMILIES, REMEMBER THOSE WHO HAVE BEEN LOST TO CANCER, AND RECOGNIZE MARCH 4, 2026, AS "SUITS AND SNEAKERS DAY" IN SOUTH CAROLINA.
A SENATE RESOLUTION TO HONOR THE CENTER FOR EDUCATOR RECRUITMENT, RETENTION, AND ADVANCEMENT (CERRA) UPON ITS FORTIETH ANNIVERSARY, TO CONGRATULATE THE CENTER FOR ITS DECADES OF DEDICATION TO ADVANCING EDUCATION THROUGH RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION EFFORTS, AND TO RECOGNIZE MARCH 24, 2026, AS "CERRA RECOGNITION AND CELEBRATION DAY."
A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION TO RECOGNIZE AND CONGRATULATE LIONEL SMITH, LTD., ON THE OCCASION OF ITS FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY; TO COMMEND THE STORE FOR ITS SUSTAINED EXCELLENCE IN MENSWEAR, TAILORING, AND CUSTOMER SERVICE; TO HONOR LIONEL "SMITTY" SMITH AND VAN SMITH FOR THEIR LEADERSHIP, ENTREPRENEURSHIP, AND CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE ECONOMIC AND CULTURAL LIFE OF DOWNTOWN AIKEN AND THE CENTRAL SAVANNAH RIVER AREA; AND TO EXTEND BEST WISHES FOR CONTINUED PROSPERITY.
A SENATE RESOLUTION TO RECOGNIZE UNITED STATES ARMY AIR FORCE STAFF SERGEANT PHILLIP BRUCE COOK FOR HIS BRAVERY AND SERVICE DURING WORLD WAR II AND TO CONGRATULATE HIM ON HIS NOMINATION BY FRENCH PRESIDENT EMMANUEL MACRON AS A CHEVALIER IN THE ORDRE NATIONAL DE LA LEGION D'HONNEUR, THE HIGHEST AND MOST PRESTIGIOUS NATIONAL HONOR OF MERIT TO REWARD THOSE WHO HAVE DONE GREAT DEEDS FOR FRANCE.
A SENATE RESOLUTION TO REMEMBER AND CELEBRATE THE LIFE OF REVEREND JESSE LOUIS JACKSON, TO HONOR HIS REMARKABLE COMMITMENT AS AN AMERICAN CIVIL RIGHTS ACTIVIST, AND TO EXTEND THE DEEPEST SYMPATHY OF THE SOUTH CAROLINA SENATE TO HIS LARGE AND LOVING FAMILY AND HIS MANY FRIENDS.
Maddy summaryS. 926 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing March 4, 2026, as "Disability Advocacy Day" in South Carolina. It does not create new laws or policies but formally designates this date to highlight issues faced by South Carolinians with disabilities and promote awareness. The resolution acknowledges that one in three South Carolinians has a disability and emphasizes the role of the South Carolina Partnership of Disability Organizations in informing policymakers. This symbolic gesture aims to encourage dialogue between lawmakers and disability advocates about equal opportunities and community participation.
A SENATE RESOLUTION TO CONGRATULATE BOB ZIEMBICKI UPON THE OCCASION OF HIS RETIREMENT AS PRESIDENT OF THE SUN CITY CLEAR LAKE REPUBLICAN CLUB, TO COMMEND HIM FOR HIS EIGHT YEARS OF DEDICATED SERVICE, AND TO WISH HIM MUCH HAPPINESS AND FULFILLMENT IN THE YEARS AHEAD.
Maddy summaryThis bill (S. 908) is a concurrent resolution formally congratulating Coach Michael "Mike" Carlisle on his induction into the South Carolina Golf Hall of Fame. It recognizes his 35+ years as head coach of the University of South Carolina Aiken men's golf team, including 31 NCAA Tournament appearances and three national championships. The resolution also acknowledges his contributions to South Carolina golf, such as founding the Aiken Junior Golf Association and developing youth programs. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws or affect any policies.
A BILL TO AMEND THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS BY ADDING CHAPTER 32 TO TITLE 58 SO AS TO DEFINE TERMS RELATED TO THIRD-PARTY ELECTRIC CHOICE; TO ALLOW AN ELIGIBLE CUSTOMER TO PERMIT ITS ELECTRICITY DEMAND FROM A THIRD-PARTY ELECTRIC SUPPLIER; TO REQUIRE THE ELIGIBLE CUSTOMER TO PROVIDE ARRANGEMENT FOR FIRM TRANSMISSION SERVICE OF THIRD-PARTY ELECTRIC TO THE INCUMBENT ELECTRIC SUPPLIER'S TRANSMISSION SYSTEM; TO NOT HOLD THE INCUMBENT ELECTRIC SUPPLIER LIABLE FOR ANY COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THIRD-PARTY ELECTRIC SUPPLY; TO REQUIRE THE INCUMBENT ELECTRIC SUPPLIER TO HAVE REMOTE CUTOFF CAPABILITIES IN PLACE FOR THIRD-PARTY ELECTRIC SUPPLY; TO ASSIGN THE COST OF REQUIRED TRANSMISSION UPGRADES; TO REQUIRE A CUSTOMER TO CONTINUE TO PAY FOR CAPITAL COSTS IN CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES; TO REQUIRE AN INCUMBENT ELECTRIC SUPPLIER TO PROVIDE COST-OF-SERVICE SUPPLY TO CUSTOMERS OR CUSTOMER LOAD RETURNING FROM A PERIOD OF RETAIL ACCESS SERVICE ON THE SAME TERMS, RATES, AND PRIORITY AS A NEW CUSTOMER REQUESTING SERVICE; AND TO REQUIRE THE COMMISSION TO APPROVE A TARIFF CONTAINING A PRO FORMA CONTRACT AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS.
Maddy summaryS. 865 is a concurrent resolution recognizing and honoring the South Carolina Military Veterans Hall of Fame. It acknowledges the Hall of Fame's mission to preserve, promote, and honor the legacy of South Carolina's military veterans through education and commemoration. The resolution expresses the General Assembly's appreciation for the organization's work in celebrating veterans' service across all branches, ranks, and eras of military history. This non-binding resolution does not create new programs or allocate funds but formally affirms legislative support for the Hall of Fame's mission.
