A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION TO REQUEST THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION NAME THE INTERSECTION OF SOUTH CAROLINA HIGHWAY 153 AND UNITED STATES HIGHWAY 123 IN PICKENS COUNTY "SENATOR LARRY A. MARTIN INTERSECTION" AND ERECT APPROPRIATE MARKERS OR SIGNS AT THIS LOCATION CONTAINING THESE WORDS.
Summary
H. 3893 is a concurrent resolution requesting that the South Carolina Department of Transportation name the intersection of South Carolina Highway 153 and U.S. Highway 123 in Pickens County as the "Senator Larry A. Martin Intersection" and install appropriate signs or markers. The resolution is largely honorary in nature and is intended to recognize former State Senator Larry A. Martin for his long public career and community service.
The bill’s text provides an extensive tribute to Martin’s service in the South Carolina House and Senate, his leadership on issues such as domestic violence, ethics reform, tort reform, DUI laws, and state agency oversight, and his many awards and civic roles. It does not create a new regulatory program or alter substantive law; instead, it directs a request to the Department of Transportation to commemorate a specific location in Pickens County.
Impact
Because H. 3893 is a concurrent resolution, its legal effect is limited and ceremonial. It does not amend the South Carolina Code, impose duties on private parties, or change transportation policy generally; rather, it asks the Department of Transportation to erect signage and recognize a named intersection. The practical impact is confined to state highway signage and public recognition of a former legislator, with any implementation depending on DOT action.
Sentiment
The available text reflects strongly positive sentiment toward the bill. The resolution is framed as a tribute to a widely respected former senator, emphasizing his longevity in office, constituent service, and numerous honors from civic, professional, and advocacy organizations. No votes or committee transcripts were provided, but the bill’s language suggests broad celebratory support rather than controversy.
Contention
There is no evident policy dispute in the bill itself, since it is a naming resolution rather than substantive legislation. Any potential point of discussion would likely be limited to the appropriateness of honoring a former legislator with a roadway marker and the specific location chosen for the designation. The text presents Martin’s record as the basis for the honor and does not identify any organized opposition.