South Carolina H 4939: Goose Creek American Legion Post #166

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2025-2026 Bill 4939 Text of Previous Version (Jan. 15, 2026) - South Carolina Legislature Online 

South Carolina General Assembly
126th Session, 2025-2026

Bill 4939

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A house RESOLUTION

To Recognize and honor the American Legion Post #166 
for their involvement in their community, and to congratulate them for over 
fifty years of commitment to service, camaraderie, and advocacy for veterans.

Whereas, the South 
Carolina House of Representatives is pleased to honor the Goose Creek American 
Legion Post #166 for their commitment to service in their community and making 
a difference for veterans, service members, and their families; and

Whereas, the American 
Legion Post #166 was chartered in 1968 in Goose Creek, South Carolina, and is a 
welcoming home for veterans of every generation who wish to serve their 
community by connecting with other veterans, volunteering, and making a local 
impact that lasts. The mission of Post #166 aligns with the four pillars of the 
American Legion, supporting veterans and their families, investing in youth and 
education, strengthening national security through community awareness, and 
promoting Americanism through events that honor shared values; and

Whereas, Post #166 
members work hard to ensure that no one falls through the cracks, referring 
veterans to trusted resources, and emphasizing kindness, accountability, and 
following through, offering services to veterans such as help with a claim, a 
ride to an appointment, or a listening ear during a tough week. Members share 
job leads, wellness resources, and practical tips for navigating life after 
service with helpful Buddy Checks, staying connected prevents isolation and 
opens the door to timely support; and

Whereas, Post #166 partners 
with local schools, faith groups, and civic organizations to host events such 
as food drives, blood drives, and family friendly gatherings that bring 
neighbors together. They organize ceremonies on patriotic holidays that offer 
moments of remembrance and gratitude that resonate beyond the days themselves, 
as well as provide respectful military honors at funerals and participate in 
special observances throughout the year; and 

Whereas, they offer many 
opportunities for students and families in the community to learn and 
participate in meaningful ways that blend service and fellowship, such as 
coffee gatherings, member meetings, planning sessions, and special interest 
clubs. Groups like the Auxiliary, the Sons of the American 
Legion, the Honor Guard and the ALP 166 Riders add energy and expertise to help 
expand the reach of every project; and

Whereas, Post #166 
supports many youth programs, the American Legion Boys State and Girls State 
sponsorships, the Oratorical Contest, scouting partnerships, JROTC recognition, 
and scholarship opportunities when funding allows, where they encourage young 
people to grow into confident citizens with hands-on and personal mentorship, 
giving them a chance to learn, to lead, and continue to strengthen the 
community; and

Whereas, the community 
greatly benefits from their support and help through programs such as Run for 
the Fallen Sponsor, Needy Families, Community Outreach, and annual food drives. 
Post #166 also works hard to be prepared for any crisis that may hit the 
community by coordinating with local leaders and first responders to have the 
best plans in place, building reliability and trust within their community; and 

Whereas, in the almost sixty 
years of service that the American Legion Post #166 has provided to their 
community, they have hosted and offered assistance through many significant 
events, such as Hurricane Hugo support in 1989, the interment of an unknown 
Marine in 2011, reuniting and presenting a Purple Heart and other wartime medals 
with the family of Lieutenant William E. Spencer in 2020, the 9/11 Flags Across 
America event in 2022, and the ALP 166 Commemorative Patio in 2024, that 
recognized seventy-two Berkeley County service members who made the supreme 
sacrifice in all wars from World War I up to current times; and 

Whereas, the members of 
the South Carolina House of Representatives are grateful for the service and 
engagement that the members of the American Legion Post #166 have brought to 
the Goose Creek community and look forward to hearing of their future 
endeavors. 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 the American Legion Post #166 for their 
involvement in their community, and congratulate them for over fifty years of 
commitment to service, camaraderie, and advocacy for veterans.

Be it further resolved 
that a copy of this resolution be presented to the American Legion Post #166.

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