The bill H. 5378 is a House Resolution introduced in the South Carolina General Assembly to honor Army Specialist 4 Ray Anthony Ruth, who made the ultimate sacrifice on December 12, 1985. The resolution acknowledges the tragic loss of Ray Ruth and 247 other soldiers in a plane crash while returning from a peacekeeping mission in the Sinai. This incident marked the largest loss of life in a single event for the 101st Airborne Division, and the U.S. Army has commemorated the anniversary of the crash annually to celebrate the lives and sacrifices of those who perished.

The resolution expresses the profound appreciation of the South Carolina House of Representatives for Ray Ruth's life, service, and sacrifice. It highlights his background, including his upbringing in Walterboro, his aspirations to make a career in the Army, and the honors he received posthumously. The resolution concludes with a commitment to present a copy of the resolution to Ruth's family, ensuring that his legacy is remembered and honored by the state and nation.