South Carolina House Bill H5629

South Carolina 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 4/30/26
• Passed: 4/30/26

Caption

A HOUSE RESOLUTION TO COMMEND THE HONORABLE DONALD RYAN MCCABE JR. FOR HIS SIX YEARS OF COMMITTED SERVICE TO THE CITIZENS OF HOUSE DISTRICT 96 IN LEXINGTON COUNTY AND TO WISH HIM SUCCESS AND FULFILLMENT IN ALL HIS FUTURE ENDEAVORS.

Summary

House Resolution 5629 is a ceremonial resolution honoring the Honorable Donald Ryan McCabe Jr. for six years of service representing House District 96 in Lexington County. The resolution recites his background, including his education, legal career, prior work in construction-related trades, and service in the South Carolina House of Representatives on several committees. It also notes his family and his decision not to seek re-election, and it expresses the House’s appreciation for his public service and best wishes for his future. The resolution does not create, amend, or repeal any law. Its only operative effect is to formally commend Rep. McCabe and direct that a copy of the resolution be presented to him. As a result, it has no direct impact on state statutes, agency duties, funding, or private rights, and it affects no regulated parties beyond the symbolic recognition of the member being honored.

Impact

H5629 is a nonbinding honorary resolution with no substantive legal effect. It does not change South Carolina law or alter any statutory provisions; instead, it serves as an official expression of gratitude from the House of Representatives to a departing member. The practical impact is limited to ceremonial recognition and public record of appreciation for Rep. McCabe’s service.

Sentiment

The overall sentiment surrounding the resolution is strongly positive and respectful. The bill text itself is complimentary, emphasizing Rep. McCabe’s integrity, service, and contributions in the House, and the caption frames it as a farewell resolution. No votes or committee transcripts are provided, but the content indicates unanimous or near-universal goodwill rather than policy disagreement.

Contention

There is no notable policy contention in the resolution because it is purely ceremonial. The only potentially sensitive point is the acknowledgment that Rep. McCabe will not seek re-election, but the resolution treats that as a reason for appreciation rather than debate. With no committee discussion or recorded votes included, there is no evidence of opposition or disagreement over the measure.