South Carolina 2025-2026 Regular Session

South Carolina House Bill H5646

Introduced
5/5/26  

Caption

A HOUSE RESOLUTION TO RECOGNIZE AND HONOR JOANN DELONG, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF UNITED WAY OF GREATER HARTSVILLE, UPON THE OCCASION OF HER RETIREMENT AFTER THIRTEEN YEARS OF OUTSTANDING SERVICE, AND TO WISH HER CONTINUED SUCCESS AND HAPPINESS IN ALL HER FUTURE ENDEAVORS.

Summary

H5646 is a simple House resolution honoring Joann DeLong, the executive director of United Way of Greater Hartsville, on the occasion of her retirement after thirteen years of service. The resolution recounts her background in accounting, her earlier nonprofit and business experience, and her move to Hartsville, where she became active in the community through the Chamber of Commerce before leading United Way. The resolution highlights DeLong’s leadership of United Way of Greater Hartsville and the community programs associated with her tenure, including Dear Santa, Operation Sweet Dreams, senior home repairs, and disaster assistance for fire victims. It also notes her service with Hartsville Christmas in April, her Rotary Club involvement, and several awards and recognitions she received for civic and nonprofit work. The measure concludes by extending the House’s congratulations and best wishes for her retirement.

Impact

This resolution does not change state law, create a new program, or appropriate funds. Its legal effect is limited to formally recognizing an individual and directing that a copy of the resolution be presented to Joann DeLong. The bill affects no statutes or regulated parties beyond the ceremonial acknowledgment of her service and the public record of the House’s commendation.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding the resolution is strongly positive and celebratory. The bill language is entirely laudatory, emphasizing DeLong’s community service, nonprofit leadership, and personal dedication to helping families in Hartsville. No votes or committee transcripts are provided, but the text itself reflects unanimous appreciation and respect rather than controversy.

Contention

There are no notable points of contention in the available materials. Because this is a ceremonial retirement resolution, it does not appear to involve policy disputes, fiscal concerns, or competing stakeholder positions. The only substantive content is the House’s praise for DeLong’s career and community contributions.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

SC H4438

Andrea Mock retirement

SC H4274

Coach Tony Gainey retirement

SC H4035

Amanda Benfield retirement

SC H5434

Lynn West retirement

SC H4435

Lynn Stokes-Murray-retirement

SC H4094

Cpt. Bryan Yale retirement

SC H4853

Theresa Tillman retirement

SC H4214

Retirement Christina C. Harris

SC H3990

Sister Wimberly-retirement

SC H5731

A HOUSE RESOLUTION TO RECOGNIZE AND HONOR DR. SHIRRIE B. MILLER UPON THE OCCASION OF HER RETIREMENT AFTER MORE THAN FORTY YEARS OF EXEMPLARY SERVICE IN PUBLIC EDUCATION, AND TO WISH HER CONTINUED SUCCESS AND HAPPINESS IN ALL HER FUTURE ENDEAVORS.

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