S1035 is a simple Senate resolution expressing sorrow over the death of Fannie Mae McElveen Geddis of Richland County and extending sympathy to her family and friends. The resolution recounts her life, education, career, church leadership, and community service, including her work at Benedict College, Universal Benefits Marketing Firm, Lou-Von Family Foundation, Infinity Diabetic Medical Supply, and Burning Bush New Covenant Missionary Baptist Church.
The measure does not create, amend, or repeal any law. Instead, it is a ceremonial and commemorative resolution that directs the Senate to formally recognize Geddis’s life and contributions and to present a copy of the resolution to her family.
Impact
S1035 has no substantive legal or regulatory impact on state law, state agencies, or private parties. It does not affect any code sections or statutory programs; its effect is limited to an official expression of condolence by the South Carolina Senate and the presentation of the resolution to the family.
Sentiment
The sentiment surrounding the bill is uniformly respectful and sympathetic. The resolution itself is entirely laudatory, emphasizing Geddis’s achievements, faith, leadership, and community service, and there is no evidence of opposition, debate, or divided voting in the available record.
Contention
There are no notable points of contention in the available materials. Because this is a memorial sympathy resolution, it appears to have been noncontroversial and purely ceremonial, with no committee discussion or recorded votes indicating disagreement.