South Carolina 2025-2026 Regular Session Status: Passed Senate

S 511 — Major James Capers, Jr.

Last action — Introduced and adopted

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    Passed Senate
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This bill has passed the Senate. Introduced March 27, 2025. It now moves to the second chamber.

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Advancing 36% · moderate confidence

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Summary

A SENATE RESOLUTION TO RECOGNIZE AND HONOR MAJOR JAMES CAPERS JR., A NATIVE OF BISHOPVILLE, FOR HIS EXTRAORDINARY HEROISM AND LIFETIME OF SERVICE TO THE UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS AND TO RESPECTFULLY URGE THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES TO AWARD MAJOR CAPERS THE MEDAL OF HONOR FOR HIS ACTIONS IN VIETNAM.

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Plain-language change summary

The recent amendment to Bill S 511 honors Major James Capers Jr. by urging the President of the United States to award him the Medal of Honor for his bravery during the Vietnam War. This updated language emphasizes Major Capers' historic role as the first African American to lead a Marine Reconnaissance company, detailing his acts of valor that saved lives during a dangerous mission. Recognizing his contributions not only acknowledges his personal sacrifices but also highlights the important progress regarding diversity and leadership within the military. This change is significant as it seeks to rectify historical oversight and celebrate a trailblazer's contributions to American history and the Marine Corps.

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27, 2025) - South Carolina Legislature Online South Carolina General Assembly126th Session, 2025-2026Bill 511Indicates Matter StrickenIndicates New Matter(Text matches printed bills.
Document has been reformatted to meet World Wide Web specifications.)                 A senate RESOLUTION   TO RECOGNIZE AND HONOR MAJOR JAMES CAPERS JR., A NATIVE OF BISHOPVILLE, FOR HIS EXTRAORDINARY HEROISM AND LIFETIME OF SERVICE TO THE UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS AND TO RESPECTFULLY URGE THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES TO AWARD MAJOR CAPERS THE MEDAL OF HONOR FOR HIS ACTIONS IN VIETNAM.
  Whereas, Major James Capers Jr., a native of Bishopville, is a highly decorated United States Marine and a trailblazer who overcame the barriers of segregation and discrimination to become the first African American to lead a Marine Reconnaissance company and to receive a battlefield commission;
and   Whereas, during the Vietnam War in 1967, Major Capers led his elite reconnaissance team, "Team Broadminded," on a mission near Phu Loc, north of Da Nang, where he demonstrated conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action at the risk of his own life above and beyond the call of duty;
and   Whereas, during a ferocious enemy ambush, Major Capers sustained severe wounds-including shrapnel injuries and multiple bullet wounds-yet continued to fight, direct supporting fire, and protect his fellow Marines until they were safely evacuated;
and   Whereas, his valor and leadership under fire saved lives and exemplified the highest traditions of the United States Armed Forces;
and   Whereas, despite receiving the Bronze Star and later the Silver Star, numerous attempts to upgrade his commendation to the Medal of Honor have yet to be approved;
and   Whereas, Major Capers' story, character, and sacrifice serve as an inspiration not only to South Carolinians but to all Americans;
and   Whereas, it is past time to formally recognize Major Capers' heroism with the highest military decoration of our nation.;
 Now, therefore,   Be it resolved by the Senate:
  That the members of the South Carolina Senate, by this resolution, recognize and honor Major James Capers Jr.
for his extraordinary service and sacrifice and respectfully urge the President of the United States to award Major Capers the Medal of Honor.
  That the members of the South Carolina Senate, by this resolution,   Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the President of the United States, the Secretary of Defense, the Commandant of the United States Marine Corps, the members of South Carolina's Congressional delegation, and Major James Capers Jr.
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Frequently asked questions

What does S 511 do?
A SENATE RESOLUTION TO RECOGNIZE AND HONOR MAJOR JAMES CAPERS JR., A NATIVE OF BISHOPVILLE, FOR HIS EXTRAORDINARY HEROISM AND LIFETIME OF SERVICE TO THE UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS AND TO RESPECTFULLY URGE THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES TO AWARD MAJOR CAPERS THE MEDAL OF HONOR FOR HIS ACTIONS IN VIETNAM.
Who sponsors S 511?
S 511 is sponsored by Nutt, Roger A., Senator Margie Bright Matthews, Senator Tameika Isaac Devine, Senator Jeffrey R. Graham, Senator Brian Adams, Senator Thomas C. Alexander, Senator Karl B. Allen, Senator Sean M. Bennett, Senator Allen Blackmon, Senator George E. "Chip" Campsen III, Senator Richard J. Cash, Senator JD Chaplin, Senator Wes Climer, Senator Thomas D. "Tom" Corbin, Senator Ronnie W. Cromer, Senator Tom Davis, Senator Jason Elliott, Senator Tom Fernandez, Senator Michael W. Gambrell, Senator Billy Garrett, Senator Stephen L. Goldfinch, Senator Lawrence K. "Larry" Grooms, Senator Greg Hembree, Senator Brad Hutto, Senator Darrell Jackson, Senator Michael Johnson, Senator Carlisle Kennedy, Senator Josh Kimbrell, Senator Matthew W. "Matt" Leber, Senator Shane R. Martin, Senator A. Shane Massey, Senator Russell L. Ott, Senator Harvey S. Peeler, Jr., Senator Luke A. Rankin, Senator Mike Reichenbach, Senator Rex F. Rice, Senator Ronnie A. Sabb, Senator Everett Stubbs, Senator Ed Sutton, Senator Deon T. Tedder, Senator Ross Turner, Senator Daniel B. "Danny" Verdin III, Senator Overture Walker, Senator Kent M. Williams, Senator Tom Young, Jr., and Senator Jeff Zell.
What is the current status of S 511?
This bill has passed the Senate. Introduced March 27, 2025. It now moves to the second chamber.
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