The bill, H. 5489, is a House Resolution that congratulates Mother Jennie D. Mixon on the occasion of her one hundredth birthday, which will be celebrated on April 13, 2026. The resolution highlights her remarkable life journey, including her early experiences with poverty and discrimination, her commitment to education despite obstacles, and her significant contributions to her community through her roles as a mother, foster parent, and church leader. It also acknowledges her family legacy, which includes numerous descendants, and her founding of Unity Missionary Baptist Church, reflecting her values of peace, love, and forgiveness.
The resolution expresses the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives' delight in honoring Mrs. Mixon and wishes her a joyous birthday celebration along with continued health and happiness. A copy of the resolution will be presented to her as a token of recognition for reaching this extraordinary milestone in her life.