A house RESOLUTION

 

TO HONOR THE BETA CHI SIGMA ALUMNI CHAPTER OF PHI BETA SIGMA FRATERNITY INC. FOR ITS OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE COMMUNITY, TO WELCOME MEMBERS OF THE FRATERNITY TO THE SOUTH CAROLINA STATE HOUSE ON APRIL 9, 2025, AND TO DECLARE THE DATE "SIGMA ADVOCACY DAY."

 

Whereas, Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc. was founded on January 9, 1914, on the campus of Howard University in Washington, D.C., by three young men -- A. Langston Taylor, Leonard F. Morse, and Charles I. Brown -- whose vision was to create an organization that would foster brotherhood, scholarship, and service in the African American community and beyond; and

 

Whereas, Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc. has consistently upheld the principles of brotherhood, scholarship, and service and long has been a driving force in promoting social justice, education, and advocacy for those in need across the nation; and

 

Whereas, the Beta Chi Sigma Alumni Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc. based in Columbia, South Carolina, has continually worked to embody the fraternity's mission by engaging in various community service initiatives, supporting educational advancement, and advocating for meaningful legislative action; and

 

Whereas, on April 9, 2025, the Beta Chi Sigma Alumni Chapter organized and participated in Sigma Advocacy Day at the South Carolina State House, a significant event that united Phi Beta Sigma brothers and community leaders to address critical issues affecting the citizens of South Carolina; advocate for policies that promote equality, justice, and community empowerment; and raise awareness for the fraternity's national programs; and

 

Whereas, the Sigma Advocacy Day event provided an excellent platform for Beta Chi Sigma Alumni Chapter members and their partners to engage with lawmakers, promote civic engagement, and encourage active participation in the legislative process for the benefit of underrepresented communities in South Carolina; and

 

Whereas, the success of Sigma Advocacy Day reflects the dedication and commitment of the Beta Chi Sigma Alumni Chapter members who have worked tirelessly to create a positive impact in their community, ensuring that the fraternity's mission will continue to shine brightly in the State of South Carolina and beyond; and

 

Whereas, the South Carolina House of Representatives values the many years that the Beta Chi Sigma Alumni Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc. has devoted in service to humanity and is delighted to welcome some of its members to the State House. Now, therefore,

 

Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:

 

That the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives, by this resolution, honor the Beta Chi Sigma Alumni Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc. for its outstanding contributions to the community, welcome members of the fraternity to the South Carolina State House on April 9, 2025, and declare the date "Sigma Advocacy Day."

 

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to the Beta Chi Sigma Alumni Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Inc.

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