South Carolina 2025-2026 Regular Session

South Carolina Senate Bill S0626

Introduced
4/30/25  

Caption

Reverend Kenneth Hodges

Summary

S0626 is a Senate resolution expressing sorrow over the death of Reverend Kenneth F. Hodges and extending sympathy to his family and friends. The resolution recites his life and service, including his upbringing in Bennetts Point, his education, his marriage and children, and his long tenure as pastor of Tabernacle Baptist Church. It also highlights his role as a civic and religious leader, his service in the South Carolina House of Representatives, and his community involvement. The resolution places particular emphasis on Reverend Hodges’ efforts to preserve African American and local history in Beaufort and Charleston, including his work to memorialize the ties of Tabernacle Baptist Church to Harriet Tubman and Robert Smalls and his role in supporting the Harriet Tubman monument. It concludes by formally conveying the Senate’s condolences and directing that a copy be presented to his family.

Impact

As a simple memorial resolution, S0626 does not change state law, create new programs, or appropriate funds. Its legal effect is limited to an official expression of sympathy and recognition by the South Carolina Senate. The resolution primarily affects the public record and honors Reverend Hodges’ family, congregation, former constituents, and the broader communities he served.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding the bill is uniformly positive and respectful. The resolution itself is written in a commemorative tone, and there is no indication of opposition, controversy, or divided views in the available context. Because there are no recorded committee transcripts or votes, the available record suggests the measure was treated as a noncontroversial tribute to a respected pastor, former legislator, and community leader.

Contention

There are no notable points of contention in the available materials. The bill is a ceremonial resolution honoring a deceased public servant, and the context includes no committee debate, amendments, or recorded votes. Any discussion implied by the text is celebratory and memorial in nature, focusing on Reverend Hodges’ religious leadership, public service, and historic preservation work rather than policy disagreement.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

SC H4410

Hon. Kenneth F. Hodges, sympathy

SC S0762

Reverend Kenneth C. Taylor

SC HJR0320

A RESOLUTION to honor and recognize Reverend Kenneth Hill on the occasion of his retirement.

SC HJR0643

A RESOLUTION to honor the memory of Reverend Kenneth Paul Luckadoo.

SC S0757

Reverend Dr. Mary Ann Hodge

SC S0491

Reverend Brackett

SC H3904

Kenneth Singleton

SC S0673

Reverend Thurmond Merchison

SC SR904

Veal I, Reverend Henry; honor

SC H4419

Kenneth Wayne Fulmer, service as volunteer firefighter

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