The bill S. 417 is a Senate Resolution introduced in the South Carolina General Assembly to officially recognize March 12, 2025, as "Osteopathic Medicine Day" in the state. This resolution celebrates the 150th anniversary of osteopathic medicine in the United States, highlighting its origins with Andrew Taylor Still and the significant growth of osteopathic physicians over the past few decades. The resolution notes that osteopathic physicians play a crucial role in healthcare, particularly in rural and underserved communities, and emphasizes their contributions to leadership, research, and patient care.

The resolution also acknowledges the presence of osteopathic medical schools in South Carolina, such as the Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine-Carolinas Campus, which is dedicated to training physicians to serve in areas of need. By passing this resolution, the South Carolina Senate aims to honor the contributions of osteopathic medicine and its practitioners, reinforcing the importance of their role in improving public health across the state and nation.