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SC H3949

Bill

Status

Engrossed

5/1/2025

Primary Sponsor

John King

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Origin

House of Representatives

126th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Designates "Dum Spiro Spero" (translated as "While I Breathe, I Hope") as the official choral anthem of South Carolina

  • The song lyrics reference South Carolina's geography "from the blue of coastal waters to the green of mountainsides" and honor those who "bled and died" defending the state

  • "Dum Spiro Spero" is the Latin phrase featured on South Carolina's state seal and motto

  • Introduced by Representatives King and Duncan on February 11, 2025

  • Takes effect upon approval by the Governor

Legislative Description

State anthem

Last Action

Referred to Committee on Family and Veterans' Services

5/1/2025

Committee Referrals

Family and Veterans Services5/1/2025
Education and Public Works2/11/2025

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