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SC H5229

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Introduced

2/24/2026

Primary Sponsor

Cody Mitchell

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Origin

House of Representatives

126th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Designates March 15-22, 2026 and August 30 - September 6, 2026 as "Darlington Raceway Week" in South Carolina, recognizing two NASCAR race weekends as "two weeks too tough to tame"
  • Declares NASCAR racing an integral and vital part of South Carolina's economy and history, with Darlington Raceway identified as one of the state's most treasured attractions
  • Notes the two annual NASCAR events at Darlington generate over $118 million in economic impact and more than $18 million in federal and state tax revenue
  • Recognizes Darlington Raceway's historical significance as the site of the first paved stock car race (September 4, 1950) and home to the Southern 500, which has sold out the past four years
  • Directs that a copy of the resolution be forwarded to NASCAR and Darlington Raceway

Legislative Description

Throwback Weekend of NASCAR

Last Action

Adopted, returned to House with concurrence

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Labor, Commerce and Industry2/25/2026

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