The bill, H. 4440, is a House Resolution recognizing the significant contributions of James Gallman Sr., a prominent community leader and civil rights activist from Aiken, South Carolina. The resolution highlights Mr. Gallman's educational achievements, including being the first Black individual to earn a master's degree in mathematics from the University of Tennessee in 1967, and his extensive career in the Aiken County Public School District, where he served in various roles for 33 years. It also emphasizes his leadership in civil rights, particularly his involvement with the NAACP, where he led significant efforts to address racial injustice, including a notable march in 2000 advocating for the removal of the Confederate flag from the South Carolina State House dome.

The resolution expresses the House of Representatives' appreciation for Mr. Gallman's dedication to social justice and his impactful work within his community and beyond. It concludes with a commitment to present a copy of the resolution to Mr. Gallman, honoring his legacy and the profound difference he has made in the lives of many individuals.