The South Carolina Senate has adopted a resolution to honor Wayne H. Abney Sr. on the occasion of his retirement from his position as Deputy Sergeant at Arms. The resolution commends Abney for his dedicated service to the South Carolina Senate and acknowledges his extensive career in law enforcement, which began in 1982 with the South Carolina Highway Patrol. Abney served in various capacities, including as an instructor, and later joined the Senate Sergeant at Arms' staff in 2008, where he contributed to the safety and operations of the Senate until his retirement in December 2024.
In addition to his law enforcement career, Abney has a notable military background, having served twenty-five years in the United States Army Reserves. He holds degrees in business administration and ministry and currently serves as a pastor. The resolution expresses gratitude for Abney's commitment to public service and wishes him happiness and fulfillment in his retirement, as he looks forward to spending more time with his family and pursuing personal interests. A copy of the resolution will be presented to him as a token of appreciation.