The bill, H. 3722, is a House Resolution that commemorates the life and legacy of former United States Congressman John McKee Spratt Jr. of York County, who passed away on December 14, 2024, at the age of eighty-two. The resolution highlights Spratt's significant contributions to South Carolina, including his service in the U.S. Congress from 1983 to 2011, where he played a pivotal role as chairman of the Budget Committee and was instrumental in the Balanced Budget Agreement of 1997. It also details his early life, education, military service, and community involvement, emphasizing his dedication to his family and the citizens of South Carolina.
The resolution expresses gratitude for Spratt's commitment to public service and his impact on the community, and it calls for the presentation of a copy of the resolution to his family. This act serves to honor his memory and recognize the profound influence he had on both his constituents and the state as a whole.