The bill, S. 1205, is a Senate resolution honoring the life and legacy of Reverend Dr. Simon P. Bouie, a distinguished clergyman, civil rights pioneer, and community leader who passed away on June 15, 2026. The resolution acknowledges his significant contributions to justice, equality, and human dignity, highlighting his courageous involvement in the Civil Rights movement, particularly his participation in a peaceful sit-in protest in 1960 that led to the landmark Supreme Court case Bouie v. City of Columbia (1964). This case played a crucial role in strengthening constitutional protections of due process and advancing equal justice.

In addition to his civil rights activism, the resolution recognizes Reverend Dr. Bouie's long-standing service to the African Methodist Episcopal Church and his impact on countless lives through his ministry and leadership. The South Carolina Senate expresses profound sorrow at his passing and honors his memory, extending condolences to his family, including his sons and grandchildren. A copy of the resolution will be presented to Reverend Dr. Bouie's family as a tribute to his legacy.