The bill, S. 658, is a Senate Resolution that congratulates The Journal, a newspaper published by the Edwards Group in Seneca, South Carolina, for winning several awards from the South Carolina Press Association, including the prestigious top award in General Excellence. The resolution highlights The Journal's long-standing history since 1904 and its role as a primary news source for Oconee and western Pickens Counties, providing comprehensive coverage on various topics such as crime, politics, sports, and community events.

The resolution acknowledges The Journal's achievement of the First Place Award for General Excellence for the second consecutive year, along with numerous individual awards earned by its reporters in various categories. The South Carolina Senate expresses gratitude for The Journal's dedicated service to the community and officially congratulates the publication for its accomplishments, with a copy of the resolution to be presented to Hal Welch, the COO of the Edwards Group.