South Carolina 2025-2026 Regular Session Status: Passed House

H 4381 — Columbus Pressley and Claudie E. Pressley Memorial Road

Last action — Adopted, returned to House with concurrence

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    Passed House
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    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill has passed the House. Introduced April 23, 2025. It now moves to the second chamber.

Next likely step: consideration and a floor vote in the Senate.

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Stalled 28% · moderate confidence

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  • Passed House

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  • 2 sponsors

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Summary

A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION TO REQUEST THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION NAME NESMITH CORNER ROAD IN THE COMMUNITY OF NESMITH IN WILLIAMSBURG COUNTY "COLUMBUS PRESSLEY AND CLAUDIE E. PRESSLEY MEMORIAL ROAD" AND ERECT APPROPRIATE SIGNS OR MARKERS AT THIS LOCATION CONTAINING THESE WORDS.

Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

81 added · 30 removed

Plain-language change summary

The recent amendment to Bill H 4381 expands on the biographical details and contributions of Claudie E. Pressley, which helps to properly honor him alongside Columbus Pressley as namesakes for the newly proposed "Columbus Pressley and Claudie E. Pressley Memorial Road." By adding more context about Claudie's life and community impact, the bill not only recognizes both individuals’ legacies but also celebrates their roles in local history and community building. This change is significant because it highlights the contributions of both figures, fostering a deeper appreciation for their enduring influence in the Nesmith community.

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30, 2025) - South Carolina Legislature Online South Carolina General Assembly126th Session, 2025-2026(Text matches printed bills.
23, 2025) - South Carolina Legislature Online South Carolina General Assembly126th Session, 2025-2026Bill 4381Indicates Matter StrickenIndicates New Matter(Text matches printed bills.
Document has been reformatted to meet World Wide Web specifications.) Committee Report April 30, 2025 H.
Document has been reformatted to meet World Wide Web specifications.)                 A concurrent RESOLUTION   TO REQUEST THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION NAME NESMITH CORNER ROAD IN THE COMMUNITY OF NESMITH IN WILLIAMSBURG COUNTY "COLUMBUS PRESSLEY AND CLAUDIE E.
4381 Introduced by Reps.
Atkinson and Kirby S.
Printed 4/30/25--H.
Read the first time April 23, 2025 ________ The committee on House Invitations and Memorial Resolutions To whom was referred a Concurrent Resolution (H.
4381) to request the Department of Transportation name Nesmith Corner Road in the community of Nesmith in Williamsburg County "Columbus Pressley and Claudie E.
Pressley, etc., respectfully Report:
That they have duly and carefully considered the same, and recommend that the same do pass:
DENNIS MOSS for Committee.
_______ A concurrent RESOLUTION TO REQUEST THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION NAME NESMITH CORNER ROAD IN THE COMMUNITY OF NESMITH IN WILLIAMSBURG COUNTY "COLUMBUS PRESSLEY AND CLAUDIE E.
Whereas, a towering figure in the Nesmith Community, Columbus Pressley was hailed as an industrious, courageous, productive, and outstanding human being.
  Whereas, a towering figure in the Nesmith Community, Columbus Pressley was hailed as an industrious, courageous, productive, and outstanding human being.
and Whereas, he was married three times having been widowed twice, and was the father of fifteen children.
and   Whereas, he was married three times having been widowed twice, and was the father of fifteen children.
and Whereas, he spearheaded improvements on the road entering Nesmith making it passable for longer periods of time for those who lived in Nesmith Corner.
and   Whereas, he spearheaded improvements on the road entering Nesmith making it passable for longer periods of time for those who lived in Nesmith Corner.
and Whereas, Columbus and a neighbor purchased pieces of large farm equipment and made them available to all in the community.
and   Whereas, Columbus and a neighbor purchased pieces of large farm equipment and made them available to all in the community.
and Whereas, Columbus and other family members established lodges that, along with other community lodges, established the Benevolence Society Hospital.
and   Whereas, Columbus and other family members established lodges that, along with other community lodges, established the Benevolence Society Hospital.
and Whereas, born August 25, 1926, his son Claudie E.
and   Whereas, born August 25, 1926, his son Claudie E.
and Whereas, Claudie earned a diploma from the Automotive Body and Metal Work Training School in Philadelphia and taught vocational trades.
and   Whereas, Claudie earned a diploma from the Automotive Body and Metal Work Training School in Philadelphia and taught vocational trades.
and Whereas, Claudie married Mary Mitchell in 1954, a union that lasted sixty-one years and produced eight children.
and   Whereas, Claudie married Mary Mitchell in 1954, a union that lasted sixty-one years and produced eight children.
and Whereas, Claudie truly believed in providing the best life for his family and promoting family life throughout the community by teaching, helping others, and keeping his family together when they worked, traveled, and played;
and   Whereas, Claudie truly believed in providing the best life for his family and promoting family life throughout the community by teaching, helping others, and keeping his family together when they worked, traveled, and played;
and Whereas, with their beginnings rooted just after the Civil War, the Pressley family not only survived but thrived through many generations and left behind a legacy that still stands.
and   Whereas, with their beginnings rooted just after the Civil War, the Pressley family not only survived but thrived through many generations and left behind a legacy that still stands.
It is only fitting and proper that these native sons of the Palmetto State be remembered for their selfless contributions and devotion to God by having a road in the Nesmith Community named in their honor.
It is only fitting and proper that these native sons of the Palmetto State be remembered for their selfless contributions and devotion to God by having a road in the Nesmith Community named in their honor.  Now, therefore,   Be it resolved by the House of Representatives, the Senate concurring:
Now, therefore, Be it resolved by the House of Representatives, the Senate concurring:
  That the members of the South Carolina General Assembly, by this resolution, request the Department of Transportation name Nesmith Corner Road in the community of Nesmith in Williamsburg County "Columbus Pressley and Claudie E.
That the members of the South Carolina General Assembly, by this resolution, request the Department of Transportation name Nesmith Corner Road in the community of Nesmith in Williamsburg County "Columbus Pressley and Claudie E.
Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to the Department of Transportation.
  Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to the Department of Transportation.
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Action History

  1. Adopted, returned to House with concurrence

  2. Recalled from Committee on Transportation

  3. Referred to Committee on Transportation

  4. Introduced

  5. Adopted, sent to Senate

  6. Committee report: Favorable Invitations and Memorial Resolutions

  7. Referred to Committee on Invitations and Memorial Resolutions

  8. Introduced

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2 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 168 not signed on

Sponsors (2)

Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (168)

168 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does H 4381 do?
A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION TO REQUEST THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION NAME NESMITH CORNER ROAD IN THE COMMUNITY OF NESMITH IN WILLIAMSBURG COUNTY "COLUMBUS PRESSLEY AND CLAUDIE E. PRESSLEY MEMORIAL ROAD" AND ERECT APPROPRIATE SIGNS OR MARKERS AT THIS LOCATION CONTAINING THESE WORDS.
Who sponsors H 4381?
H 4381 is sponsored by Representative Lucas Atkinson and Representative Roger K. Kirby.
What is the current status of H 4381?
This bill has passed the House. Introduced April 23, 2025. It now moves to the second chamber.
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