The bill H. 3723 is a concurrent resolution recognizing the week of January 19 through January 25, 2025, as National Medicolegal Death Investigation Professionals Week in South Carolina. This resolution honors the South Carolina Coroners' Association and the dedicated work of coroners, deputy coroners, and medicolegal death investigation professionals who play a crucial role in investigating suspicious and unexpected deaths. The resolution highlights the importance of these professionals in serving the public, supporting the criminal justice system, and addressing public health issues, including the opioid epidemic and responses to mass fatalities.
The resolution emphasizes the commitment of the South Carolina Coroners' Association to uphold high standards in medicolegal death investigations, ensuring that every citizen is represented by qualified investigators. It acknowledges the vital services provided by the nearly three hundred professionals in the state, who are essential in delivering accurate statistics and information that inform prevention initiatives. The resolution concludes with a directive to present a copy of the resolution to the South Carolina Coroners' Association, further solidifying the recognition of their contributions to the community.