South Carolina S 683: Eliminate Penalties For A Pregnant Woman

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2025-2026 Bill 683 Text of Previous Version (May. 28, 2025) - South Carolina Legislature Online 

South Carolina General Assembly
126th Session, 2025-2026

Bill 683

Indicates Matter Stricken
Indicates New Matter

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A senate RESOLUTION

TO congratulate THE WILEY KENNEDY FOUNDATION FOR ITS 
OUTSTANDING SERVICE TO THE CITIZENS OF RICHLAND COUNTY AND THE STATE OF SOUTH 
CAROLINA AND TO DECLARE FRIDAY, JUNE 27, 2025, AS "WILEY KENNEDY FOUNDATION 
DAY" THROUGHOUT SOUTH CAROLINA.

Whereas, the South 
Carolina Senate is pleased to acknowledge organizations that are dedicated to 
improving quality of life for citizens across the Palmetto State; and

Whereas, the Wiley 
Kennedy Foundation, established in 1999 and based in Columbia, has provided 
steadfast service to one of the most under-resourced areas in downtown 
Columbia, specifically the north side of the city in the 29203 zip code, and 
has expanded its impact across Richland County and beyond; and

Whereas, the 
foundation's mission is actively to strengthen and grow the economic and 
educational base of community residents in 29203, Richland County, the City of 
Columbia, and throughout South Carolina, focusing on economic empowerment, 
business development, workforce training for underserved groups, affordable 
housing, and lifelong learning; and

Whereas, the Wiley 
Kennedy Foundation exemplifies the spirit of "Building Capacity to Build 
Community," and its success is made possible through strong partnerships with 
local leaders, organizations, and government entities; and

Whereas, since its 
inception, the foundation has made significant contributions to economic 
development, education, and housing through launching transformative programs 
such as:

• HIM sessions to address men's health challenges 
through education and open dialogue

• An initiative for safer communities to combat 
youth violence with actionable solutions

• Teacher appreciation in support of more than two 
hundred teachers in six local schools

• CommUNITY festival uniting over two thousand 
residents in celebration and advocacy

• Coalition of community fellows to prepare young 
leaders with essential skills for future success; and

Whereas, the 
achievements of the Wiley Kennedy Foundation underscore the vital role that 
nonprofit organizations play in building stronger, safer, and more equitable 
communities, and their work inspires hope, partnership, and progress throughout 
South Carolina; and

Whereas, the South 
Carolina Senate recognizes the invaluable impact of organizations like the 
Wiley Kennedy Foundation, whose dedication and innovation continue to better 
the lives of countless South Carolinians. Now, therefore,

Be it resolved by the Senate:

That the members of the South Carolina Senate, by this resolution, congratulate the 
Wiley Kennedy Foundation for its outstanding service to the citizens of 
Richland County and the State of South Carolina and declare Friday, June 27, 
2025, as "Wiley Kennedy Foundation Day" throughout South Carolina.

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution 
be presented to the Wiley Kennedy Foundation.

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