South Carolina H 5334: Watercraft and boat safety

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2025-2026 Bill 5334 Text of Previous Version (Mar. 11, 2026) - South Carolina Legislature Online 

South Carolina General Assembly
126th Session, 2025-2026

Bill 5334

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A house RESOLUTION

TO RECOGNIZE AND 
HONOR FLOYD SWEATT, PLS, UPON BEING NAMED 2026 SURVEYOR OF THE YEAR BY THE 
SOUTH CAROLINA SOCIETY OF PROFESSIONAL LAND SURVEYORS AND TO COMMEND HIM FOR 
HIS OUTSTANDING LEADERSHIP, TECHNICAL EXCELLENCE, AND DEDICATED SERVICE TO THE 
PROFESSION OF LAND SURVEYING IN SOUTH CAROLINA.

Whereas, the members of 
the South Carolina House of Representatives are pleased to recognize 
individuals whose careers exemplify the highest standards of professional 
achievement and public service; and

Whereas, the South 
Carolina Society of Professional Land Surveyors (SCSPLS) has named Floyd Sweatt, 
PLS, as its 2026 Surveyor of the Year in acknowledgment of his distinguished 
career and enduring contributions to the surveying profession; and

Whereas, for nearly 
thirty years, Floyd Sweatt has served as a cornerstone of transportation 
surveying in this State, demonstrating unwavering leadership and technical 
expertise; and

Whereas, his 
professional efforts have encompassed complex boundary surveys and critical 
emergency response operations, including the devastating 2017 flooding in 
Nichols, South Carolina, during which his survey data played a pivotal role in 
guiding recovery and restoration efforts when they were needed most; and

Whereas, committed to 
lifelong learning and professional growth, Mr. Sweatt earned a bachelor's degree 
in survey and mapping from East Tennessee State University and presently is pursuing 
a master's degree in leadership at The Citadel; and

Whereas, throughout his 
career, Floyd Sweatt has exemplified integrity, ethical practice, and steadfast 
dedication, setting a standard of excellence that has earned the respect of 
colleagues and peers alike. 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 Floyd Sweatt, PLS, upon being named 
2026 Surveyor of the Year by the South Carolina Society of Professional Land 
Surveyors and commend him for his outstanding leadership, technical excellence, 
and dedicated service to the profession of land surveying in South Carolina.

Be it further resolved 
that a copy of this resolution be presented to Floyd Sweatt.

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