The bill, H. 5604, is a resolution from the South Carolina House of Representatives that honors the Fearless Individuals Reaching Excellence (FIRE) Youth Coalition for being named the 2026 National Group Youth Advocates of the Year by the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids. The resolution highlights the coalition's efforts to combat tobacco use and nicotine addiction among youth in South Carolina, particularly in response to the rising prevalence of electronic cigarettes and tobacco retailers in their communities. Led by Vincent Sanders, the FIRE Squad has successfully advocated for local policy changes, such as an ordinance passed by the Orangeburg City Council to restrict tobacco retailers near youth-centric locations.

The resolution also acknowledges the coalition's initiatives, including the "Escape the Haze" conference, which brought together students to discuss vaping issues, and their ongoing educational efforts aimed at raising awareness about the dangers of tobacco products. Members Jeremiah Morgan, Synaya Thompson, and PJ Hubbard are set to represent the FIRE Squad at the upcoming awards ceremony. The resolution concludes with a commendation of the coalition's leadership and creativity in promoting public health and aims to present a copy of the resolution to their advisor, Vincent Sanders.