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SC S1053

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Introduced

3/25/2026

Primary Sponsor

Margie Matthews

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Origin

Senate

126th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Designates the section of South Carolina Highway 321 in Estill from the southern to northern town limit boundaries in Hampton County as "Louise G. Hopkins Highway"
  • Honors Louise G. Hopkins, the first African American woman elected to Hampton County Council in 1981, who served as vice-chair during her second term
  • Recognizes her community service including founding the first Girl Scout troop for African American girls in Estill, leading it for 20 years, and fostering more than 150 children
  • Directs the Department of Transportation to erect appropriate markers or signs at the location containing the designation
  • Introduced by Senator Matthews and first read on March 25, 2026

Legislative Description

Louise G. Hopkins Road Naming

Last Action

Adopted, returned to Senate with concurrence

4/16/2026

Committee Referrals

Invitations and Memorial Resolutions4/2/2026
Transportation3/25/2026

Full Bill Text

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