The bill, H. 3818, is a House Resolution recognizing and honoring U.S. Army Colonel (Ret.) Melinda Woodhurst for her dedicated service to veterans in York County, South Carolina. Since becoming a veterans service officer in 2017, Colonel Woodhurst has actively participated in various veterans service organizations and has demonstrated a strong commitment to improving the lives of veterans. Her efforts include advocating for the replacement of an aging transportation van for veterans, managing the DAV Van Veterans Transportation program, and successfully raising over $32,000 for a new twelve-passenger van. Additionally, she streamlined the certification process for volunteer drivers, significantly reducing wait times and increasing the number of certified drivers.

The resolution expresses gratitude for Colonel Woodhurst's contributions and military service, highlighting her impact on the veteran community in York County and beyond. It concludes with a formal acknowledgment from the South Carolina House of Representatives, stating their appreciation for her work and wishing her continued success in her endeavors. A copy of the resolution will be presented to her as a token of recognition.