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H 5633

Marion Anderson

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Terry Alexander and 119 co-sponsors

The bill formally honors Marion Morris Anderson for decades of public service and community leadership in Calhoun County, including military and health-related contributions.

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Bill Summary · H 5633

Bill Overview

  • Jurisdiction: South Carolina
  • Session: 2025-2026
  • Title: Marion Anderson
  • Type: House resolution recognizing an individual
  • Status: Introduced and adopted; read second time on 2026-05-13; adopted on 2026-04-30

Purpose and Intent

  • The resolution honors Marion (Morris) Anderson of St. Matthews for his long-standing service to the people of Calhoun County, with a focus on St. Matthews.
  • It acknowledges his personal history, military service, professional and community leadership, and contributions to local organizations and health services.
  • The measure expresses appreciation for his civic engagement and extends best wishes for his future endeavors.

Key Provisions

  • Formal recognition by the South Carolina House of Representatives.
  • Acknowledges Anderson’s:
    • Birth and early life in St. Matthews (born Oct 18, 1935).
    • Military service starting in 1956.
    • Civilian career traits (work ethic, honesty, dedication).
    • Civic involvement, including:
    • Vice presidency of a labor union in 1970.
    • Longstanding membership in the NAACP (over two decades).
    • Board service for foster care in Calhoun County/South Carolina (nominated in 2004).
    • Long-term service on the board of the Family Health Center (more than 25 years) and involvement in selecting the current site in Calhoun County for health services.
    • Broad community and church involvement, and engagement in political activities.
  • The resolution states these contributions as foundational to the state’s strength and community vitality.

Who/What Is Affected

  • Primary beneficiary: Marion (Morris) Anderson, recognizing his service and achievements.
  • Symbolic/ceremonial impact: Provides formal statewide recognition from the SC House of Representatives.
  • Local impact: Highlights Anderson’s involvement in Calhoun County institutions and St. Matthews, potentially inspiring continued civic participation.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduction and adoption occurred in 2026.
  • Readings:
    • Introduced and adopted by the House on 2026-04-30.
    • Read a second time on 2026-05-13.
  • Sponsors: A large bipartisan slate of House members (numerous co-sponsors listed), indicating broad ceremonial support.

Notable Details

  • The resolution does not propose policy changes or funding; it is a ceremonial acknowledgment and congratulations.
  • A copy of the resolution is to be presented to Marion Anderson.

Summary in Plain Language

This bill is a ceremonial resolution recognizing Marion (Morris) Anderson of St. Matthews for decades of public service in Calhoun County, including military service, union leadership, NAACP involvement, foster care governance, and health-center board work. It commends his dedication to family, community, and civic life, and extends best wishes for his future endeavors. The measure passes as a formal expression of appreciation from the South Carolina House of Representatives.

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

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