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This resolution censures Representative Stephen Frank for making insulting and offensive statements about two of his House colleagues, specifically using derogatory language referring to them as "retarded" and "functionally retarded." The resolution, invoking Section 12, Article III of the South Carolina Constitution, which allows each house to punish members for disorderly behavior, formally condemns Frank's statements as a violation of Rule 3.6 of the House Rules, which governs decorum and prohibits disrespectful personal attacks. By censuring Frank, the House of Representatives determines that his conduct is unbecoming of a legislative representative and has brought dishonor to himself, the state of South Carolina, and its citizens. The censure serves as an official public reprimand and rebuke of Frank's inappropriate and insensitive language toward his fellow legislators.

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https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=4566&session=126&summary=B