South Carolina S 1104: Diane Sumpter, Black History Month honoree

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2025-2026 Bill 1104 Text of Previous Version (Apr. 07, 2026) - South Carolina Legislature Online 

South Carolina General Assembly
126th Session, 2025-2026

Bill 1104

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A senate RESOLUTION

TO RECOGNIZE AND HONOR the members of the Phillips 
family upon the OCCASION of their family reunion.

Whereas, the members of 
the South Carolina Senate are pleased to recognize the Phillips family upon the 
occasion of their family reunion on April 17, 2026; and

Whereas, the Phillips 
family, including the branches of the Phillips-Jeffcoat and Phillips-Smith 
families, has established a proud and lasting legacy in Columbia; and

Whereas, through 
generations of service, leadership, sacrifice, and excellence, members of the 
Phillips family have made meaningful contributions across several industries 
and professions that have helped shape, strengthen, and uplift the community; 
and

Whereas, members of the 
Phillips family have served our nation with honor and distinction as military 
veterans, demonstrating courage, patriotism, discipline, and an unwavering 
commitment to the ideals and freedoms we cherish; and

Whereas, as elected 
officials and dedicated public servants, members of this distinguished family 
have also helped shape their community through leadership and public service, 
helping to advance progress and represent the voices, interests, and 
aspirations of the communities they serve; and

Whereas, members of the 
Phillips family have made a lasting impact in the field of education through 
their inspiring teaching and mentorship, as well in civic leadership, serving 
as postmasters, government officials, technology professionals, and other 
trusted leaders in their community; and

Whereas, members of 
this esteemed family have also made notable contributions to sports and 
athletics, and the arts, demonstrating teamwork, discipline, perseverance, and 
community pride both on and off the field, while serving as role models for 
younger generations; and

Whereas, civic leaders, 
the members of the Phillips family have also distinguished themselves through 
nonprofit leadership, charitable service, and community outreach; and

Whereas, this family 
reunion serves not only as a joyful celebration of heritage, kinship, and 
shared history, but also as a meaningful reminder of the importance of family 
unity, generational legacy, and the enduring influence of those who came before 
us; and

Whereas, the members of 
the South Carolina Senate greatly appreciate the dedication and commitment that 
the Phillips family has shown in serving the people and the State of South 
Carolina. Now, therefore,

Be it resolved by the Senate:

That the members of the 
South Carolina Senate, by this resolution, 
recognize and honor the members of the Phillips family upon the occasion of 
their family reunion.

Be it further resolved 
that a copy of this resolution be presented to the Phillips family.

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