The bill, S. 294, is a Senate resolution recognizing and commending former Senator Robert Ford for his extensive service to the citizens of Charleston County and the State of South Carolina. The resolution highlights Ford's significant contributions, including his involvement in the Civil Rights movement, his tenure on the Charleston City Council from 1974 to 1992, and his service in the South Carolina Senate from 1993 until 2013. It notes his leadership in the South Carolina Legislative Black Caucus, particularly his role in the removal of the Confederate flag from the State House and the establishment of an African American History Monument on the State House grounds.

The resolution expresses gratitude for Ford's dedication and impact on race relations in South Carolina, including the pairing of Martin Luther King Jr. Day with Confederate Memorial Day as paid holidays. It concludes with a directive for a copy of the resolution to be presented to Ford, acknowledging his legacy and contributions to the state.