Sen. Russell Ott

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 RECOGNIZE AND HONOR MENDY CORDER, MUNICIPAL CLERK FOR THE CITY OF CAYCE, UPON THE OCCASION OF HER RETIREMENT AFTER NEARLY THREE DECADES OF EXEMPLARY SERVICE, AND TO WISH HER CONTINUED SUCCESS AND HAPPINESS IN ALL HER FUTURE ENDEAVORS.

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.

A BILL TO AMEND THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS BY ADDING SECTION 15-32-710 SO AS TO DEFINE TERMS RELATED TO CALCULATING MEDICAL EXPENSES FOR DAMAGE AWARDS; BY ADDING SECTION 15-32-720 SO AS TO PROVIDE THAT THE PLAINTIFF HAS THE BURDEN TO PROVE AMOUNT OF HIS DAMAGES ARISING FROM HEALTHCARE TREATMENT OR SERVICES; TO PROVIDE FOR THE EVIDENCE ALLOWED TO PROVE THE AMOUNT OF DAMAGES; TO PROVIDE FOR CERTAIN REQUIRED DISCLOSURES BY THE PLAINTIFF, AND TO PROVIDE THAT IT IS THE INTENT OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY THAT THIS SECTION ABROGATES THE COMMON LAW COLLATERAL SOURCE RULE TO THE EXTENT NECESSARY TO INTRODUCE THE EVIDENCE DESCRIBED IN THIS ACT.

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.

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 SENATE RESOLUTION TO RECOGNIZE AND COMMEND THE PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS WHO LIVE AND WORK IN THE GREAT STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA, TO ENCOURAGE ALL SOUTH CAROLINIANS TO HONOR OUR ENGINEERS FOR THEIR MANY CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE PALMETTO STATE'S QUALITY OF LIFE, AND TO DECLARE WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2026, AS "PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS DAY" IN SOUTH CAROLINA.

A SENATE RESOLUTION TO RECOGNIZE AND SUPPORT "INTRODUCE A GIRL TO ENGINEERING DAY"; TO ENCOURAGE THE PARTICIPATION OF STUDENTS, EDUCATORS, ENGINEERS, FAMILIES, AND COMMUNITY PARTNERS ACROSS THE STATE; AND TO DECLARE TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2026, AS "INTRODUCE A GIRL TO ENGINEERING DAY" IN SOUTH CAROLINA.

A BILL TO AMEND THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS BY ADDING SECTION 6-29-1230 SO AS TO PERMIT THE COURT TO AWARD ATTORNEY'S FEES AND COSTS INCURRED BY AN APPLICANT AND/OR PROPERTY OWNER TO DEFEND AN APPELLATE PROCEEDING WHERE THE COURT DISMISSES THE APPEAL OR THE DECISION IS NOT REVERSED; SO AS TO ESTABLISH AN APPLICANT AND/OR PROPERTY OWNER IS NOT ENTITLED TO RECOVER IN AN APPEAL WHERE THE DECISION WAS GRANTED FOR A SPECIAL EXCEPTION; SO AS TO PROVIDE THAT THE AMOUNT AWARDED SHALL NOT EXCEED REASONABLE ATTORNEY'S FEES THAT THE APPLICANT AND/OR THE PROPERTY OWNER INCUR; AND SO AS TO INCLUDE THE FACTORS TO CONSIDER IN DETERMINING A REASONABLE RATE FOR ATTORNEY'S FEES.