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Introduced
05/28/2025
05/28/2025
In Committee
05/28/2025
05/28/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
126th General Assembly
Bill Summary
A Senate Resolution To Declare Thursday, May 8, 2025, As "national Guard Day" In South Carolina And To Recognize And Honor The Many Sacrifices And Valuable Contributions The South Carolina National Guard Makes To Protect The Freedom, Democracy, And Security Of Our State And Nation.
AI Summary
This resolution declares Thursday, May 8, 2025, as "National Guard Day" in South Carolina, recognizing the critical role of the state's National Guard in protecting freedom and security. The resolution provides context by highlighting that May is National Military Appreciation Month and acknowledges the United States Congress's recognition of military service members' contributions. It specifically notes the South Carolina National Guard's composition, which includes over 9,200 Army National Guard soldiers and 1,300 Air National Guard airmen who serve both the state and national defense. The resolution honors several individual guardsmen and women who have been recognized for exceptional service in 2025, including Soldier of the Year Specialist Micah Grover and Airman of the Year Senior Airman Mario Villalta. Additionally, the resolution pays special tribute to the 18 South Carolina National Guard members who have died in combat operations since September 11, 2001, emphasizing the Guard's commitment to protecting citizens and national values. As a final action, the resolution directs that a copy be presented to South Carolina Adjutant General Army Major General Robin Stilwell.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (46)
Ronnie Cromer (R)*,
Brian Adams (R),
Thomas Alexander (R),
Karl Allen (D),
Sean Bennett (R),
Allen Blackmon (R),
Chip Campsen (R),
Richard Cash (R),
JD Chaplin (R),
Wes Climer (R),
Tom Corbin (R),
Tom Davis (R),
Tameika Devine (D),
Jason Elliott (R),
Tom Fernandez (R),
Mike Gambrell (R),
Billy Garrett (R),
Stephen Goldfinch (R),
Jeffrey Graham (D),
Larry Grooms (R),
Greg Hembree (R),
Brad Hutto (D),
Darrell Jackson (D),
Michael Johnson (R),
Carlisle Kennedy (R),
Josh Kimbrell (R),
Matthew Leber (R),
Shane Martin (R),
Shane Massey (R),
Margie Matthews (D),
Roger Nutt (R),
Russell Ott (D),
Harvey Peeler (R),
Luke Rankin (R),
Mike Reichenbach (R),
Rex Rice (R),
Ronnie Sabb (D),
Everett Stubbs (R),
Ed Sutton (D),
Deon Tedder (D),
Ross Turner (R),
Danny Verdin (R),
Overture Walker (D),
Kent Williams (D),
Tom Young (R),
Jeffrey Zell (R),
Last Action
Referred to Committee on Family and Veterans' Services (on 05/28/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=0685&session=126&summary=B |
| BillText | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/prever/685_20250528.htm |
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