Reverend Remus Harper, Jr.

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

Ceremonially recognizes Reverend Remus Harper Jr. for four decades of ministry and community service, commemorating his retirement.

Introduced and adopted

Summary of Bill H 5733 (Session: 2025-2026, South Carolina)

Purpose and overall intent

This is a house resolution recognizing and honoring Reverend Remus Harper Jr. upon his retirement after forty years of ministry.

The resolution expresses appreciation for Harper’s various contributions to religion, education, community service, and leadership in South Carolina.

It wishes him continued success and happiness in future endeavors and formally presents a copy of the resolution to him.

Key provisions and changes

Legislative action: The South Carolina House of Representatives adopts a formal resolution recognizing Reverend Harper.

Recognition scope: Details his biographical background, professional milestones, and community impact.

Retirement acknowledgment: Specifically notes his upcoming September 2026 retirement from the ministry after four decades of service.

Presentation: Provides that a copy of the resolution be presented to Reverend Harper Jr.

Who or what would be affected

Reverend Remus Harper Jr.: Recipient of formal recognition by the South Carolina House.

The broader community: Those who benefit from Harper’s work in education, athletics, ministry, healthcare, civic and cultural organizations, and the African Methodist Episcopal Church in South Carolina.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Introduction and adoption: Action history shows the resolution was introduced and adopted on 2026-06-25.

Sponsor and co-sponsors: Large roster of co-sponsors from various districts reflects broad bipartisan or cross-district support for the tribute.

Nature of measure: This is a ceremonial resolution, not a bill proposing statutory changes or funding.

Notable biographical highlights included (as cited in the resolution)

Education: Born in North Charleston; valedictorian of Bonds Wilson High School (1968); first African American to earn a B.S. in Business Administration from the College of Charleston (1972); first College of Charleston African American athlete; recipient of a full basketball scholarship.

Honors: Inducted into the College of Charleston Hall of Fame (1994); recognized as a desegregation pioneer (2008); acknowledged for leadership and perseverance.

Professional background: Early career with General Motors Acceptance Corporation, achieving the first African American promotions to supervisory/management in the Charleston Branch.

Ministry: Pastor of Shiloh AME Church and Mt. Carmel AME Church; secretary of the Palmetto Annual Conference; Presiding Elder of the Kingstree District, Palmetto Annual Conference, AME Church.

Community service: Leadership roles across educational, healthcare, civic, and cultural organizations in South Carolina.

Olympic recognition: Carried the Olympic Torch during the 2001 Olympic Relay in Charleston.

Family: Married to Tanya Trescott; father of two sons; grandfather of five.

Practical takeaway

The bill serves as a ceremonial honoration recognizing Reverend Harper’s decades of service and impact. It does not alter laws, allocate funds, or change policy, but formally acknowledges his contributions and commemorates his retirement.

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