A HOUSE RESOLUTION TO RECOGNIZE AND HONOR THE HONORABLE JAMES LEWIS MANN "BUBBA" CROMER JR., READING CLERK OF THE SOUTH CAROLINA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, UPON THE OCCASION OF HIS RETIREMENT, AND TO EXPRESS PROFOUND GRATITUDE FOR HIS DECADES OF DISTINGUISHED SERVICE TO THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY AND THE PEOPLE OF SOUTH CAROLINA.
Summary
H5624 is a House resolution honoring the retirement of the Honorable James Lewis Mann “Bubba” Cromer Jr., who served as Reading Clerk of the South Carolina House of Representatives. The resolution recites his background, including his education, legal career, prior service in the House as an Independent representative for District 80 from 1991 to 1998, and his more than 25 years as Reading Clerk beginning in 1998. It also highlights his community service, faith-based outreach work, and creative accomplishments as a novelist and filmmaker.
The measure does not create or amend any substantive law. Instead, it is a ceremonial resolution expressing gratitude and recognition from the House, and directing that a copy be presented to Mr. Cromer. Its practical effect is limited to official commendation and public acknowledgment of his service to the General Assembly and the people of South Carolina.
Impact
H5624 has no direct impact on state statutes, regulations, or agency authority. It is a nonbinding House resolution that serves only to honor an individual legislative employee and former member, with no legal obligations or policy changes for the state or any affected parties.
Sentiment
The sentiment around the resolution is strongly positive and appreciative. The text is celebratory throughout, emphasizing Mr. Cromer’s long tenure, professionalism, integrity, humor, and service to the chamber and community. No votes or committee transcripts are provided, but the resolution itself reflects unanimous respect and gratitude rather than controversy.
Contention
There is no notable policy contention in the bill text or available legislative history. Because the resolution is commemorative rather than substantive, it does not appear to have generated disagreement over lawmaking, funding, or regulatory effects. Any discussion would likely have focused on Mr. Cromer’s career and contributions, not on competing positions.