The bill, H. 3669, is a House Resolution expressing the profound sorrow of the South Carolina House of Representatives upon the passing of Dr. James Lewis Solomon Jr. at the age of ninety-four on November 29, 2024. The resolution highlights Dr. Solomon's significant contributions to education and his community, including his role as one of the first Black students to attend the University of South Carolina since Reconstruction, his service as a professor and administrator at Morris College, and his involvement in various educational and social service organizations. It also acknowledges his military service during the Korean War and his numerous accolades, including honorary doctorates and the Order of the Palmetto.
The resolution concludes by extending deepest sympathy to Dr. Solomon's family and friends, recognizing the legacy of excellence and service he left behind. A copy of the resolution will be presented to his family as a formal acknowledgment of his impact and the sorrow felt by the members of the House of Representatives.