South Carolina 2025-2026 Regular Session Status: Passed House Bipartisan · 3 R · 2 D cosponsors

H 3838 — Retirement of Chief Steve Horton from Mayo Fire Department

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This bill has passed the House. Introduced January 30, 2025. It now moves to the second chamber.

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Summary

A HOUSE RESOLUTION TO RECOGNIZE AND HONOR STEVE HORTON UPON THE OCCASION OF HIS RETIREMENT, TO COMMEND HIM FOR HIS MANY YEARS OF DEDICATED SERVICE, AND TO WISH HIM MUCH HAPPINESS AND FULFILLMENT IN THE YEARS AHEAD.

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The bill H 3838 has been amended to shift focus from honoring Steve Horton for his retirement as chief of the Mayo Fire Department to congratulating the 2025 District Teachers of the Year in South Carolina. This change matters because it recognizes the vital role teachers play in shaping future generations, highlighting their dedication and success in education. By honoring these teachers instead, the resolution emphasizes the importance of quality education and supports the teaching profession in the state.

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Document has been reformatted to meet World Wide Web specifications.)                 A house RESOLUTION   To recognize and honor Steve Horton upon the occasion of his retirement, to commend him for his many years of dedicated service, and to wish him much happiness and fulfillment in the years ahead.    Whereas, the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives are pleased to recognize Steve Horton upon the occasion of his retirement from the Mayo Fire Department in Spartanburg County;
Document has been reformatted to meet World Wide Web specifications.)                 A concurrent RESOLUTION   TO CONGRATULATE SOUTH CAROLINA'S DISTRICT TEACHERS OF THE YEAR UPON BEING SELECTED TO REPRESENT THEIR RESPECTIVE SCHOOL DISTRICTS, TO EXPRESS APPRECIATION FOR THEIR DEDICATED SERVICE TO CHILDREN, AND TO WISH THEM CONTINUED SUCCESS IN THE FUTURE.
and   Whereas, the young Steve Horton began his career with the Mayo Fire Department under the tutelage of his father, Ben, who was a member of the fire department in its infancy stages dating back to 1961;
  Whereas, each district Teacher of the Year undergoes a rigorous screening and assessment process in order to be selected as the top teacher in that district;
and   Whereas, Steve recalls the early days of operating second-hand equipment and building apparatuses   with donated parts and components, while operating out of a crude shed built into a dug-out bank, affectionately known as "the hole";
and   Whereas, representing all teachers in South Carolina, these teachers act as role models and mentors for their colleagues in their districts;
and   Whereas, in the 1970s the fire department witnessed improvements in facilities and equipment for fire protection in the Mayo community with Steve being an integral part in leading the community and department in providing fire service and doing "more with less" as funding was miniscule in those early years;
and   Whereas, district Teachers of the Year have hundreds of years of combined teaching experience and possess a proven ability to make a positive difference for their students, schools, and communities;
and   Whereas, the 1980s saw the aging and retirement of many charter members in the fire department.  In 1987, Mr.
and   Whereas, South Carolina is fortunate to have such dedicated and caring teachers educating and molding South Carolina's youth;
Horton ascended from firefighter to the integral role of Chief, all the while, he was contributing to the success and growth of the department;
and   Whereas, it is appropriate for the members of the South Carolina General Assembly to pause in their deliberations to honor these teachers, who amply provide their students the opportunity to live complete and successful lives as the future leaders of their communities.
and   Whereas, in 1993 Mayo purchased its first brand-new fire engine.  As the 1990s progressed, the department began to see funding from tax revenues making a positive impact in the department.  During this time Chief Horton continued to lead conservatively and with a forward-thinking mindset;
Now, therefore,   Be it resolved by the House of Representatives, the Senate concurring:
and   Whereas, the early 2000s proved to be the most transformational years of the department, with the   acquisition of two new fire stations and several pieces of integral equipment which improved the departments service to the community and more favorable ISO ratings;
  That the members of the South Carolina General Assembly, by this resolution, congratulate South Carolina's district Teachers of the Year on being selected to represent their respective school districts, express appreciation for their dedicated service to children, and wish them continued success in the future.
and   Whereas, for his exemplary leadership and tireless service of over fifty years, thirty-eight as Chief, the House of Representatives is delighted to extend best wishes to Chief Horton as he transitions to a well-deserved retirement in the days ahead.  Now, therefore,   Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:
  Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to each school district Teacher of the Year.
  That the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives, by this resolution, recognize and honor Steve Horton upon the occasion of his retirement, to commend him for his many years of dedicated service, and wish him much happiness and fulfillment in the years ahead.
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     Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to Chief Steve Horton.
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Frequently asked questions

What does H 3838 do?
A HOUSE RESOLUTION TO RECOGNIZE AND HONOR STEVE HORTON UPON THE OCCASION OF HIS RETIREMENT, TO COMMEND HIM FOR HIS MANY YEARS OF DEDICATED SERVICE, AND TO WISH HIM MUCH HAPPINESS AND FULFILLMENT IN THE YEARS AHEAD.
Who sponsors H 3838?
H 3838 is sponsored by May, Robert J., III, Henderson-Myers, Rosalyn D., Representative M. Brian Lawson, Representative Terry Alexander, Representative Carl L. Anderson, Representative Lucas Atkinson, Representative William H. Bailey, Representative Nathan Ballentine, Representative Justin T. Bamberg, Representative Bruce W. Bannister, Representative Heather Bauer, Representative Thomas Beach, Representative Beth E. Bernstein, Representative Phillip Bowers, Representative Jeff Bradley, Representative Gary S. Brewer, Jr., T. Case Brittain, Jr. (Republican), Representative James Mikell "Mike" Burns, Representative Joseph M. "Joe" Bustos, Representative Paula Rawl Calhoon, Representative Micajah P. "Micah" Caskey IV, Representative Donald G. "Don" Chapman, Representative William M. "Bill" Chumley, Representative William "Bill" Clyburn, Representative Gilda Cobb-Hunter, Representative Neal A. Collins, Murphy, Chris, Representative Brandon L. Cox, Representative Heather Ammons Crawford, Representative April Cromer, Representative Sylleste H. Davis, Representative Chandra E. Dillard, Representative Adam L. Duncan, Representative Sarita L. Edgerton, Representative Shannon S. Erickson, Representative Cally R. "Cal" Forrest, Jr., Stephen D. Frank (Republican), Representative Craig A. Gagnon, Representative Kambrell H. Garvin, Representative Gil Gatch, Representative Daniel Gibson, Representative Leon D. "Doug" Gilliam, Representative Wendell G. Gilliard, Representative Thomas Lee Gilreath, Representative Jerry N. Govan, Jr., Representative Hamilton R. Grant, Representative Thomas Duval "Val" Guest, Jr., Representative Brandon Guffey, Representative Patrick B. Haddon, Representative William "Bill" Hager, Representative Kevin Hardee, Representative Robert J. "Rob" Harris, Representative Christopher R. "Chris" Hart, Representative Thomas F. "Tom" Hartnett, Jr., Representative Charles V. Hartz, Representative Jackie E. "Coach" Hayes, Representative William G. "Bill" Herbkersman, Representative Lee Hewitt, Representative David R. Hiott, Representative William M. "Bill" Hixon, Representative Harriet A. Holman, Representative Lonnie Hosey, Representative Leon Howard, Representative William C. "Chris" Huff, J.E. Johnson, J.L. Johnson, Representative Wendell K. Jones, Representative Wallace H. "Jay" Jordan, Jr., Representative John Gregory "Jay" Kilmartin, Representative John Richard C. King, Representative Roger K. Kirby, Representative Kathy Landing, Representative Thomas R. "Randy" Ligon, Representative Steven Wayne Long, Representative Phillip D. Lowe, Jason Luck (Democrat), Representative Josiah Magnuson, Representative David Martin, Representative Donald Ryan McCabe, Jr., Representative John R. McCravy III, Representative Annie E. McDaniel, Representative Timothy A. "Tim" McGinnis, Representative Cody T. Mitchell, Representative W. Scott Montgomery IV, Representative JA Moore, Representative Travis A. Moore, Representative T. Alan Morgan, Jr., Representative Dennis C. Moss, Representative Mike M. Neese, Representative Brandon Newton, Representative Wm. Weston J. Newton, Representative Melissa Lackey Oremus, Representative Jordan S. Pace, Representative Fawn M. Pedalino, Representative Thomas E. "Tommy" Pope, Representative Luke S. Rankin, Representative Robert T. Reese, Representative Michael F. Rivers, Sr., Representative Robby Robbins, Representative Seth Rose, Representative J. Todd Rutherford, Representative Richard Blake Sanders, Carla M. Schuessler (Republican), Representative Heath Sessions, Tiffany R. Spann-Wilder (Democrat), Representative Leonidas E. "Leon" Stavrinakis, Representative Bill Taylor, Representative James E. Teeple, Representative Jackie R. Terribile, Representative David Vaughan, Representative J. David Weeks, Representative Elizabeth "Spencer" Wetmore, Representative Joseph S. "Joe" White, Representative William R. "Bill" Whitmire, Representative Paul B. Wickensimer, Representative Robert Q. Williams, Representative Mark N. Willis, Representative Chris Wooten, Representative Richard L. "Richie" Yow, Representative Marvin "Mark" Smith, and Representative G. Murrell Smith, Jr..
What is the current status of H 3838?
This bill has passed the House. Introduced January 30, 2025. It now moves to the second chamber.
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