South Carolina 2025-2026 Regular Session Status: Passed Senate

S 760 — Chief Charles Rucker

Last action — Introduced and adopted

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    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed Senate
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    Passed House
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

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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Stalled 26% · moderate confidence

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  • 1 sponsor

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Summary

A SENATE RESOLUTION TO CONGRATULATE CHIEF CHARLES RUCKER UPON THE OCCASION OF HIS FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY AT NEW RED ROCK FIRE STATION AND TO COMMEND HIM FOR HIS MANY YEARS OF DEDICATED SERVICE TO THE PEOPLE AND THE STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA.

Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

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Plain-language change summary

The latest version of Bill S 760 includes a resolution to congratulate Chief Charles Rucker for his fifty years of service at the New Red Rock Fire Station. This change highlights his long career in the fire service, including his roles as a volunteer, chief, and educator at the Fire Academy. Recognizing Chief Rucker's dedication is significant because it honors his contributions to community safety and inspires future generations of firefighters. This acknowledgment serves to strengthen community ties and appreciate public service efforts in South Carolina.

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2025-2026 Bill 760 Text of Previous Version (Jan.
13, 2026) - South Carolina Legislature Online South Carolina General Assembly126th Session, 2025-2026Bill 760Indicates Matter StrickenIndicates New Matter(Text matches printed bills.
Document has been reformatted to meet World Wide Web specifications.)                 A Senate RESOLUTION   TO CONGRATULATE CHIEF CHARLES RUCKER UPON THE OCCASION OF HIS FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY AT NEW RED ROCK FIRE STATION AND TO COMMEND HIM FOR HIS MANY YEARS OF DEDICATED SERVICE TO THE PEOPLE AND THE STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA.
  Whereas, The South Carolina Senate recognizes Chief Charles Rucker as he celebrates this significant milestone in his remarkable career;
and   Whereas, Chief Rucker joined the fire service as a volunteer on September 8, 1975.
Dedicated to serving his community, he became chief in 1982 and led with distinction throughout his service of twenty-seven years before resigning in 2009;
and   Whereas, in 1996, Chief Rucker began teaching for the Fire Academy, where he continues to educate and inspire future generations while sharing his knowledge, experience, and unwavering dedication.
He was appointed the training officer of Calhoun County in 2020, and he continues to oversee all training for Calhoun County firefighters;
and   Whereas, Chief Rucker is now the acting chief of the New Red Rock Fire Station in Calhoun County, continuing his lifelong pledge to protect and serve;
and   Whereas, the members of the South Carolina Senate appreciate Chief Rucker's dedication and commitment to 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 Chief Charles Rucker upon the occasion of his fiftieth anniversary at New Red Rock Fire Station and commend him for his many years of dedicated service to the people and the State of South Carolina.
  Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to Chief Charles Rucker.
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Frequently asked questions

What does S 760 do?
A SENATE RESOLUTION TO CONGRATULATE CHIEF CHARLES RUCKER UPON THE OCCASION OF HIS FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY AT NEW RED ROCK FIRE STATION AND TO COMMEND HIM FOR HIS MANY YEARS OF DEDICATED SERVICE TO THE PEOPLE AND THE STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA.
Who sponsors S 760?
S 760 is sponsored by Senator Russell L. Ott.
What is the current status of S 760?
This bill has passed the Senate. Introduced January 13, 2026. It now moves to the second chamber.
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