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S 1194

Henry Turner

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Thomas Alexander

The bill is a ceremonial resolution recognizing and commending Henry Turner on his retirement from Altria, with no regulatory effect.

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Bill Summary · S 1194

Summary of Bill S 1194 (Session 2025-2026, South Carolina)

Purpose and Intent

  • This is a Senate resolution recognizing and honoring an individual, Henry Turner, upon his retirement. It formally commends his years of service and extends best wishes for his future.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • The resolution acknowledges Henry Turner’s retirement from Altria Client Services LLC on April 30, 2026.
  • It provides a brief biography, highlighting:
    • Origin: Native of Augusta, Georgia
    • Education: Bachelor’s degree in political science from the University of Georgia
    • Early career roles in Georgia and federal judiciary contexts
    • Involvement in political campaigns and government affairs
    • Long-term career at Philip Morris Companies, Inc. (later Altria Group) beginning in 1989 as vice president of state government affairs for Altria Client Services LLC
  • The core action is ceremonial: congratulating Turner, commending his dedicated service, and wishing him happiness and fulfillment in retirement.
  • A copy of the resolution is to be presented to Henry Turner.

Who/What Is Affected

  • Primary beneficiary: Henry Turner, for whom the resolution is an official, formal recognition by the South Carolina Senate.
  • Associated entities: Altria Client Services LLC and, more broadly, the individuals and organizations connected to Turner’s career (through the biographical details), though no regulatory or policy changes are enacted.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Status: Introduced and adopted on May 14, 2026.
  • Sponsor: Senate co-sponsor Thomas Alexander.
  • Nature: Non-binding ceremonial resolution (congratulatory/commendatory), not a law or policy change and has no operative regulatory effect.
  • Effective date: Not applicable (non-binding resolution); effectively takes effect upon adoption.

Additional Notes

  • The resolution serves as formal tributes common in state senates for retiring public servants or notable individuals.
  • No fiscal impact, regulatory changes, or policy shifts are associated with this bill.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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