The bill, H. 5663, is a House Resolution recognizing and honoring Jay Schwedler for his significant contributions to economic development in Lee County and Sumter County, South Carolina. Schwedler, the founding CEO of TheLINKSC Economic Development Alliance and president and CEO of the Sumter Economic Development Board, has been acknowledged for his induction into the Southern Business and Development Hall of Fame. The resolution highlights his over two-decade career as a leading economic development professional, emphasizing his strategic approach and community advocacy that have driven substantial investments and job creation in the region.

Throughout his thirty-year career, Schwedler has been involved in projects totaling over five billion dollars in capital investment and nearly four thousand new jobs. His work has included pivotal projects like the Continental Tire manufacturing facility and expansions by companies such as BD and eVAC Magnetics. The resolution commends Schwedler for his ability to balance public and private interests, build strong community fundamentals, and develop tailored solutions for rural and mid-sized communities. The South Carolina House of Representatives expresses its appreciation for Schwedler's integrity, persistence, and excellence in service to his community through this resolution.