South Carolina H 4444: Fireman Landon "Cale" Bodie Memorial Highway

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2025-2026 Bill 4444 Text of Previous Version (Mar. 12, 2026) - South Carolina Legislature Online 

South Carolina General Assembly
126th Session, 2025-2026

Bill 4444

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Recalled

March 12, 2026

H. 4444

Introduced 
by Rep. Forrest 

S. Printed 3/12/26--S.

Read the first time May 7, 2025

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A concurrent RESOLUTION

To request the Department of Transportation name a 
one-mile portion of United States Highway 378 from the traffic circle in Saluda 
County west towards the Town of Saluda "Fireman Landon 'Cale' Bodie Memorial 
Highway" and erect APPROPRIATE markers or signs at this location containing 
these words.

Whereas, Landon "Cale" 
Bodie was described as a truly genuine soul that left a mark wherever he went. Born 
February 13, 2006, the Saluda native was a 2024 graduate of Blythewood High 
School where he was a member of the Technical Honor Society, certified by the 
Occupational Safety and Health Administration, a member of the National Society 
of High School Scholars, and played football; and

Whereas, a faithful 
member of the Future Farmers of America, Bodie had a true love for the outdoors 
and agriculture. With skills acquired from his grandfather since age two, he 
was an avid hunter and fisherman. A passion for working with his hands led him 
to spend countless hours alongside his grandfather, Wayne Bodie, honing his 
carpentry skills and creating cherished memories; and

Whereas, a member of 
Beulah Baptist Church, Bodie had a strong faith in the Lord and was known to 
always have his pocket Bible with him wherever he went. From the tender age of 
five he had a passion to serve others and wanted to become a firefighter; and

Whereas, Bodie joined 
the Circle Volunteer Fire Department after graduation at the age of eighteen 
and became a devoted and dedicated firefighter. He was proud to serve his 
community in this capacity and in other endeavors as needed; and

Whereas, in late 
September 2024, Hurricane Helene, a deadly and devasting cyclone, swept through 
the Southeastern United States causing widespread catastrophic damage. While 
answering a Helene-connected service call in Saluda County on September 27, 
Bodie and Chief Chad Satcher were tragically killed when a tree fell on the cab 
of their fire truck; and

Whereas, Landon "Cale" 
Bodie lost his life in service to others and will be remembered for his warm 
smile, generous spirit, and his unwavering dedication to his family, friends, 
and community. It is only fitting proper that this native son of the Palmetto 
State, who gave his life in service to others is remembered by having a portion 
of United States Highway 378 named in his honor. Now, therefore,

Be it resolved by the House of Representatives, the Senate 
concurring:

That the members of the South Carolina General 
Assembly, by this resolution, request the Department of Transportation name a 
one-mile portion of United States Highway 378 from the traffic circle in Saluda 
County west towards the Town of Saluda "Fireman Landon 'Cale' Bodie Memorial 
Highway" and erect appropriate markers or signs at this location containing 
these words.

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution 
be forwarded to the Department of Transportation.

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