The bill, H. 4017, is a House Resolution recognizing and honoring Karen Alexander-Banks, the founder and CEO of the Auntie Karen Foundation, for her contributions through the Legends of Concert Series. This series, which began in 2004, aims to celebrate the legacy of African American music by featuring renowned artists from genres such as jazz, rhythm and blues, gospel, and blues. The resolution highlights the foundation's mission to empower and educate the community through the arts and acknowledges the series' role in enriching the cultural landscape of South Carolina, particularly through events held at the Koger Center for the Arts in Columbia.
The resolution also notes the upcoming 21st Annual Auntie Karen Legends of Concert, scheduled for February 21, 2025, featuring PJ Morton, which will commemorate two decades of service by the Auntie Karen Foundation. The House of Representatives expresses its appreciation for the foundation's efforts in promoting tourism and fostering a vibrant cultural community in Columbia. The resolution concludes with a commitment to present a copy of the resolution to Karen Alexander-Banks in recognition of her achievements.