The bill, H. 3708, is a resolution from the South Carolina House of Representatives that announces the upcoming 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, which will take place on July 4, 2026. The resolution highlights the significance of this historic event, describing it as the establishment of the "greatest experiment of liberty in the world," which has endured for two and a half centuries. It acknowledges the contributions of key figures involved in the drafting and signing of the Declaration, including Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, and South Carolina's own signers.
Furthermore, the resolution encourages communities, towns, cities, businesses, and citizens within South Carolina to begin preparations and allocate funds for celebratory activities to honor this momentous occasion. The House of Representatives formally expresses its intent to recognize and commemorate the significance of the Declaration of Independence and its impact on American history.