The bill, S. 461, is a Senate Resolution recognizing and honoring AFL, a manufacturing company based in South Carolina, for its significant contributions to the state's manufacturing sector. Founded in 1984 and headquartered in Duncan, AFL specializes in producing Ultra HD MicroCore SpiderWeb Ribbon (SWR) Fiber Optic Cable, which is essential for high-density fiber deployments. The company employs approximately 1,500 associates across seven facilities in Spartanburg County and has recently made a substantial investment of $155 million to expand its operations in South Carolina. AFL's achievements include producing enough fiber optic cable in the past year to stretch from Duncan to Tokyo, Japan, and being nominated for the Top Four in the South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance's 2025 Manufacturing Madness contest.

The resolution highlights AFL's commitment to corporate citizenship through philanthropic efforts, including volunteer initiatives and community support, and the establishment of a foundation with an initial investment of $10 million. The South Carolina Senate expresses its appreciation for AFL's dedication to serving the community and enhancing the state's reputation in advanced manufacturing. The resolution concludes with a directive to present a copy of the resolution to AFL's president and CEO, Jaxon Lang, and the leadership team.