The bill, S. 1098, is a Senate Resolution recognizing and honoring Tim Todd for receiving the Fred Brinkman Award from South Carolina Parks, Recreation, and Tourism. This award is named after Fred P. Brinkman, the longest-serving director of the department, and is given to individuals who have made significant contributions to the tourism industry in South Carolina. Tim Todd, a native of Walhalla and a Clemson University alumnus, has dedicated his career to tourism marketing in the Upstate, serving as the executive director of Discover Upcountry Carolina since 1989. His efforts have not only benefited the Greenville area but have also supported tourism across the entire state.

The resolution highlights Todd's collaborative spirit and commitment to enhancing the tourism experience for visitors, as well as his active involvement in various tourism organizations, including the South Carolina Association of Tourism Regions and the Southeastern Tourism Society. The South Carolina Senate expresses its appreciation for Todd's dedication to the state's tourism industry and resolves to present him with a copy of this resolution in recognition of his achievements.