South Carolina H 5677: Jason Stephen Perzan

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2025-2026 Bill 5677 Text of Previous Version (May. 07, 2026) - South Carolina Legislature Online 

South Carolina General Assembly
126th Session, 2025-2026

Bill 5677

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A house RESOLUTION

to recognize and honor Fire chief Jason Stephen 
Perzan, of Horry County, for over twenty-five years of exemplary service to the 
people of Conway and to congratulate him on being named Fire chief of the 
Conway Fire Department.

Whereas, the members of 
the South Carolina House of Representatives were pleased to learn that on April 
22, 2026, Jason Stephen Perzan was appointed fire chief of the Conway Fire 
Department; and

Whereas, he began his 
distinguished career in the fire service with the Hinsdale Fire Department in 
Hinsdale, New Hampshire, in January of 1998. He later relocated and 
transitioned into a permanent role with the City of Conway on January 15, 2001, 
when he was hired as a Firefighter I. Through dedication, professionalism, and 
commitment to public safety, he steadily advanced through the ranks. He was promoted 
to firefighter III in 2002, fire sergeant in 2006, fire lieutenant in 2008, fire 
captain in 2012, assistant fire chief in 2021, and reclassified to deputy fire chief 
in 2024; and

Whereas, prior to being 
officially named director of emergency management, fire chief, Jason was 
appointed as interim director of emergency management, fire chief on November 
19, 2025. In this role, he continued to demonstrate strong leadership, sound 
judgment, and a commitment to both his department and the community he serves; 
and

Whereas, Chief Perzan 
holds an associate degree in fire science, further strengthening his knowledge 
and leadership within the fire service; and

Whereas, he was honored 
with the City of Conway Officer of the Year Award in 2012, 2014, and 2016; and 

Whereas, in 2020, Chief 
Perzan, a Captain at the time, responded to an incident on Cates Bay Highway 
with reports of adults and children trapped in flood waters. Due to his quick 
response, he together with an Horry County fire rescue volunteer and Horry 
County police officer, rescued the adults and children, and moved them to 
safety. As a reflection of his dedication, integrity, and service above self, 
he was honored as the City of Conway's Public Safety Employee of the Year; and 

Whereas, as assistant fire chief, 
he participated in the creation and founding of the City of Conway Fire 
Training Facility. The training facility opened in August of 2023. The 
addition of this facility allows fire personnel to train for incidents they 
will encounter on day-to-day calls. The fabricated storage containers can 
simulate scenarios with live-fire training in single-story homes or multi-story 
buildings. Before the construction of this facility, crews would have to travel 
to other neighboring departments during days off to complete the required 
training. The facility's location in the city allowed crews to complete the 
training while on their scheduled shift. The purpose of live burn practice is 
to give firefighters real-world experience in fire suppression activities, 
including fire attack, fire coordination, and use of fire equipment; and 

Whereas, Chief Perzan 
continues to hold a career of service, leadership, and a clear dedication to 
protecting the people of Conway. In this new role, he hopes to strengthen the 
department's service and readiness, while preparing for the needs of a growing 
city. 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 Fire Chief Jason Stephen Perzan, of Horry 
County, for over twenty-five years of exemplary service to the people of Conway 
and congratulate him on being named the fire chief of the Conway Fire 
Department.

Be it further resolved 
that a copy of this resolution be presented to Fire Chief Jason Stephen Perzan.

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