The bill H. 4267 proposes to amend the South Carolina Code of Laws by adding a new section, 53-3-320, which designates the twenty-first day of November each year as "Mayflower Compact Day" in South Carolina. This designation honors the historical significance of the Mayflower Compact, recognized as the first written document establishing self-government in what would later become the United States. The Compact, signed by forty-one of the one hundred one passengers aboard the Mayflower in 1620, laid the groundwork for democratic governance and the principles of liberty under law.

The bill emphasizes the importance of the Mayflower Compact in American history, highlighting its role in shaping the concepts of self-governance and the rights of individuals to participate in their government. The act will take effect upon approval by the Governor, further solidifying the recognition of this pivotal moment in American history within the state of South Carolina.

Statutes affected:
03/27/2025: 53-3-320
04/24/2025: 53-3-320
05/06/2025: 53-3-320
Latest Version: 53-3-320