South Carolina H 3713: A HOUSE RESOLUTION TO CONGRATULATE HUNTER JORDAN PURVIS FOR HIS REMARKABLE ACCOMPLISHMENTS IN THE BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA AND TO SALUTE HIM UPON ACHIEVING THE CELEBRATED RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT, THE HIGHEST AWARD IN SCOUTING.

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2025-2026 Bill 3713 Text of Previous Version (Jan. 15, 2025) - South Carolina Legislature Online 

South Carolina General Assembly
126th Session, 2025-2026

Bill 3713

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A house RESOLUTION

TO DECLARE THE MONTH OF MARCH 2025 
AS "THE CELEBRATION OF THE BICENTENNIAL OF THE MARQUIS DE LAFAYETTE'S VISIT 
DURING HIS FAREWELL TOUR OF THE NATION IN 1825" IN SOUTH CAROLINA.

Whereas, in 1824, to celebrate the United States' fiftieth 
anniversary, President James Monroe invited the Marquis de Lafayette to tour 
the United States, all twenty-four states of that time. Renowned as "The 
Nation's Guest," Lafayette's tour was met with great fanfare. For the marquis, 
his 1824-1825 U.S. tour marked a return to the country he helped establish and 
whose democratic principles he viewed as a beacon of hope for the world; and

Whereas, the marquis visited Washington, D.C., and numerous cities 
across the twenty-four states, receiving a jubilant reception and welcome from 
a grateful nation; and

Whereas, in March 1825, the Marquis de Lafayette traversed the great 
State of South Carolina, beginning his journey in Cheraw on March 6 and 
proceeding through Camden, Columbia, Charleston, Edisto, and Beaufort, where on 
March 18 he concluded his visit before continuing on to Georgia; and

Whereas, during the year 2025, precisely two centuries since the 
marquis's distinguished visit, numerous educational and commemorative programs 
are being organized throughout South Carolina to honor his remarkable historic sojourn 
in our State; and

Whereas, South Carolina Day falls during the month of March, and, 
therefore, as provided by state law, educational institutions across the State 
are encouraged to engage in programs that celebrate this significant 
commemoration; and

Whereas, the Marquis de Lafayette demonstrated unwavering commitment 
in supporting the United States during its struggle for independence, thereby 
embodying the highest ideals of international friendship and democratic 
principles. Now, therefore, 

Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:

That the members of the South 
Carolina House of Representatives, by this 
resolution, declare the month of March 2025 as "The Celebration of the 
Bicentennial of the Marquis de Lafayette's Visit During his Farewell Tour of 
the Nation in 1825" in South Carolina.

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