S 758 — John Emmette McLauchlin Jr.
Last action — Introduced and adopted
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✓Introduced
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✓In Committee
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3Passed Senate
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4Passed House
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5To Executive
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6Enacted
This bill has passed the Senate. Introduced January 13, 2026. It now moves to the second chamber.
Next likely step: consideration and a floor vote in the House.
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Summary
A SENATE RESOLUTION TO CONGRATULATE JOHN EMMETTE MCLAUCHLIN JR. 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.
Bill Text
What changed in the latest version
39 added · 6 removedPlain-language change summary
The latest version of Bill S 758 includes a heartfelt resolution congratulating John Emmette McLauchlin Jr. on his retirement, praising his thirty years of dedicated service to the state of South Carolina. Key details, such as his roles in various counties and his contributions to the Department of Health and Environmental Control, have been retained, emphasizing the positive impact he made in his community. This amendment matters as it formally recognizes Mr. McLauchlin's accomplishments, allowing the Senate to acknowledge and honor public service in a personal way.
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13, 2026) - South Carolina Legislature Online South Carolina General Assembly126th Session, 2025-2026Bill 758Indicates Matter StrickenIndicates New Matter(Text matches printed bills.
Document has been reformatted to meet World Wide Web specifications.) ASenate RESOLUTION TO CONGRATULATE JOHN EMMETTE MCLAUCHLIN JR.
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 South Carolina Senate is proud to recognize John Emmette McLauchlin Jr.
upon the occasion of his retirement;
and Whereas, a native of St.
Matthews, Mr.
McLauchlin was born to parents John E.
and Milly McLauchlin.
He is an alumnus of Calhoun Academy and Clemson University;
and Whereas, throughout his career, Mr.
McLauchlin exemplified excellence and commitment in government service, contributing an impressive thirty years to the state of South Carolina, including five years as Calhoun County Administrator and Economic Development Director, sixteen years in Orangeburg County, and nine years with the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC);
and Whereas, Mr.
McLauchlin's leadership, integrity, and tireless dedication have left a lasting impact on the communities he has served and will be remembered with great respect and appreciation;
and Whereas, Mr.
McLauchlin is married to Sarah Koepp, and together, they have two children;
and Whereas, the members of the South Carolina Senate appreciate the passion and dedication that Mr.
McLauchlin has shown in serving the people and the State of South Carolina. Now, therefore, Be it resolved by the Senate:
That the members of the South Carolina Senate, by this resolution, congratulate John Emmette McLauchlin Jr.
upon the occasion of his retirement, commend him for his many years of dedicated service, and wish him much happiness and fulfillment in the years ahead.
Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to John Emmette McLauchlin Jr.
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Action History
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Introduced and adopted
Sponsors
- Senator Russell L. Ott · Primary
Sponsorship breakdown
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Frequently asked questions
- What does S 758 do?
- A SENATE RESOLUTION TO CONGRATULATE JOHN EMMETTE MCLAUCHLIN JR. 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 S 758?
- S 758 is sponsored by Senator Russell L. Ott.
- What is the current status of S 758?
- This bill has passed the Senate. Introduced January 13, 2026. It now moves to the second chamber.
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