The South Carolina Senate has adopted a resolution to honor the life and legacy of Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson, who passed away on February 17, 2026, at the age of eighty-four. The resolution expresses deep sympathy to his family and friends while celebrating his significant contributions as a civil rights activist. Reverend Jackson, a native of Greenville, South Carolina, was a prominent figure in the civil rights movement, known for his work with Martin Luther King Jr. and the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC). He played a crucial role in various civil rights initiatives, including the Selma to Montgomery marches and the establishment of the Rainbow PUSH Coalition.

The resolution acknowledges Reverend Jackson's educational journey, his leadership roles in civil rights organizations, and his political involvement, including serving as a shadow senator for the District of Columbia and running for the presidency in the 1980s. The South Carolina Senate expresses gratitude for his inspirational leadership and the enduring impact of his work on future generations. A copy of the resolution will be presented to his family as a token of respect and remembrance.