South Carolina H 5671: Psi Zeta Phi Military Sorority

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2025-2026 Bill 5671 Text of Previous Version (May. 07, 2026) - South Carolina Legislature Online 

South Carolina General Assembly
126th Session, 2025-2026

Bill 5671

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A house RESOLUTION

to recognize and honor Psi Zeta Phi Military 
Sorority Inc. for the organization's high standards of professionalism, 
integrity, and dedication in providing hope, faith, and encouragement for women 
across all branches of military service, including active duty, retired, and 
veterans.

Whereas, Psi Zeta Phi 
(PZP) Military Sorority Inc. was established in 2019 by Joy C. McClendon, a 
proud United States Army veteran, with a clear vision to create a sisterhood 
rooted in service, leadership, and support for women serving in or connected to 
the United States Armed Forces; and

Whereas, the mission of 
PZP is to establish a lifelong bond of friendship and sisterhood among its 
members while promoting strong values, social awareness, and service by 
supporting women connected with military service and who are impacting their 
communities; and

Whereas, PZP began 
under the leadership of Dean Rovenia Jenkins, along with five strong and 
dedicated women veterans, whose commitment set the standard for sisterhood, 
service, and excellence and laid the groundwork for future generations; and

Whereas, recognizing 
the unique experiences and challenges faced by women in the military and 
veteran communities, PZP was established to provide a safe and empowering space 
where women could connect and grow, while promoting personal and professional 
development; and

Whereas, committed to 
continuous growth, PZP Sorors seek and share knowledge and create meaningful 
opportunities to uplift and empower those they serve. PZP's legacy began with 
the National Alpha Line, established in February 2020. As the organization has 
grown, PZP has crossed nineteen National Lines, each line strengthening the 
organization's impact nationwide; and

Whereas, guided by its 
motto, "Only the Strong Survives," the sorority embodies resilience, strength, 
and perseverance. Through community outreach initiatives, veteran support 
programs, and strategic partnerships, including collaborations with 
organizations, such as the Range Fore Hope Foundation, PZP has a meaningful 
impact on veterans, their families, and communities across the nation; and

Whereas, Psi Zeta Phi 
Military Sorority Inc.'s youth scholarship program, The Dr. Tammy M. Finney 
Award, was established in 2020 and is awarded annually to support the next 
generation of leaders by providing financial assistance to deserving high 
school and home-schooled youth connected to military families and underserved 
communities. Recipients must exhibit strong character, a commitment to 
community service, and the determination to succeed despite challenges; and

Whereas, since its 
launch, The Dr. Tammy M. Finney Award has been given to eight students, all who 
embody the values of resilience, integrity, and service and reflect the 
sorority's motto, "Only the Strong Survives." The award is a testament to the sorority's 
commitment to create change through educational opportunities; and

Whereas, the members of 
the House of Representatives value the work of Psi Zeta Phi Military Sorority 
Inc. to provide a community to support women connected with the Armed Forces where 
they can experience a sisterhood rooted in service, leadership, and 
professionalism. Now, therefore,

Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:

That the members of the 
South Carolina House of Representatives, 
by this resolution, recognize and honor Psi Zeta Phi Military Sorority Inc. for 
the organization's high standards of professionalism, integrity, and dedication 
in providing hope, faith, and encouragement for women across all branches of military 
service, including active duty, retired, and veterans.

Be it further resolved 
that a copy of this resolution be presented to Joy C. McClendon, president and founder 
of Psi Zeta Phi Military Sorority Inc.

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