The bill H. 5044 is a concurrent resolution introduced in the South Carolina General Assembly that requests the Department of Transportation to name the intersection of River Road and Maybank Highway on Johns Island in Charleston County as the "Janie Bligen Hunter '1984 National Heritage Fellow' Intersection." The resolution aims to honor Janie Bligen Hunter, a renowned singer and storyteller who played a significant role in preserving the Gullah culture and folkways in South Carolina. It highlights her contributions to the arts, her deep connection to her heritage, and her recognition as a National Heritage Fellow in 1984.
The resolution emphasizes Mrs. Hunter's legacy, including her storytelling, singing, and quilting, which have been influential in the Gullah community and beyond. It notes her extensive work in preserving and teaching Gullah customs and traditions, as well as her impact on younger generations through her performances and recordings. The resolution concludes by stating that a copy of this resolution will be forwarded to the Department of Transportation to facilitate the naming and installation of appropriate signage at the designated intersection.