The bill, H. 4372, is a House Resolution that commends Cecil J. Williams of Orangeburg County for his significant contributions to documenting the Civil Rights Movement in South Carolina through his photography. It highlights his efforts to ensure that the state's role in this pivotal historical period is accurately recognized. The resolution notes Williams' early work in the 1950s and 1960s, including his documentation of key events such as the Briggs v. Elliott lawsuit and various protests against racial segregation. His photographs have been featured in prominent publications and have played a crucial role in preserving the history of civil rights activism in South Carolina.

Additionally, the resolution congratulates Williams on the upcoming expansion of the South Carolina Civil Rights Museum, which he founded in 2019 with his family. The museum, which showcases his photographs and memorabilia, will be relocating to a larger space at Railroad Corner in downtown Orangeburg as part of a redevelopment project. This expansion aims to enhance the museum's educational impact regarding South Carolina's civil rights history. The resolution concludes with a commitment to present a copy of the resolution to Cecil J. Williams in recognition of his achievements.