The bill H. 5470 is a concurrent resolution that establishes a joint assembly of the South Carolina Senate and House of Representatives on April 15, 2026, immediately following the State of the Judiciary address by the Chief Justice. The purpose of this assembly is to elect members to various boards of trustees for several universities and institutions, including The Citadel, Coastal Carolina University, Lander University, the Medical University of South Carolina, South Carolina State University, the University of South Carolina, Winthrop University, and the Wil Lou Gray Opportunity School. The resolution specifies the terms that have expired and the new terms that will be filled, with expiration dates ranging from June 30, 2026, to June 30, 2030.

Additionally, the resolution mandates that all nominations for these positions must be made by the Chairman of the Joint Legislative Committee to Screen Candidates for College and University Boards of Trustees, and it prohibits any further nominating or seconding speeches by members of the General Assembly during the assembly. This structured approach aims to streamline the election process for these important educational positions.