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Introduced
02/11/2025
02/11/2025
In Committee
05/01/2025
05/01/2025
Crossed Over
05/01/2025
05/01/2025
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
126th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Adding Section 1-1-614 So As To Designate "dum Spiro Spero" Translated As "while I Breathe, I Hope" As The Official Choral Anthem Of The State.
AI Summary
This bill amends the South Carolina Code of Laws by officially designating "Dum Spiro Spero" (which translates to "While I Breathe, I Hope") as the state's official choral anthem. The bill includes the full lyrics of the song, which poetically describe South Carolina's landscape and the hopes of its people, emphasizing themes of freedom, generational continuity, and resilience. The anthem's Latin phrase "Dum Spiro Spero" symbolizes an enduring spirit of hope, even in challenging circumstances. By adding Section 1-1-614 to the state's legal code, the legislation formally recognizes this musical piece as a symbolic representation of South Carolina's values and aspirations. The act will take effect immediately upon receiving the Governor's approval, which is a standard procedural requirement for new state legislation.
Committee Categories
Education, Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Senate FVS - Elder Law & Human Services Subcommittee on 718, 3949 (11:00:00 1/22/2026 Gressette Room 209) (on 01/22/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=3949&session=126&summary=B |
| BillText | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/prever/3949_20250429.htm |
| BillText | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/prever/3949_20250429A.htm |
| BillText | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/prever/3949_20250424.htm |
| Fiscal Note - H3949 2025-02-11 Introduced | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/fiscalimpactstatements/H3949%202025-02-11%20introduced.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/prever/3949_20250211.htm |
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