The bill, S. 574, is a Senate resolution that aims to formally recognize and celebrate the enduring friendship and partnership between the State of South Carolina and the State of Israel. It highlights Israel's significant contributions to global innovation, technology, and entrepreneurship, as well as its role as a key ally of the United States in the Middle East. The resolution emphasizes the shared democratic values and mutual aspirations for progress between the two regions, and it notes the growing economic, academic, and cultural exchanges that have strengthened their relationship, including partnerships in medical research and technological innovation.
Additionally, the resolution acknowledges the contributions of Israeli companies to South Carolina's economic development and the vital role of Israeli Americans in enhancing the state's prosperity. It expresses the South Carolina Senate's commitment to fostering dialogue and collaboration with Israel for mutual benefit and mentions the establishment of the bipartisan South Carolina-Israel Caucus to further strengthen these ties. The resolution concludes with a directive to present a copy to the Israeli Consulate to the Southeastern United States.