South Carolina General Assembly
110th Session, 1993-1994

Bill 3648


                    Current Status
Introducing Body:               House
Bill Number:                    3648
Ratification Number:            111
Act Number:                     197
Primary Sponsor:                Kennedy
Type of Legislation:            JR
Subject:                        African-American Heritage
                                Council
Date Bill Passed both Bodies:   19930429
Computer Document Number:       436/11046AC.93
Governor's Action:              S
Date of Governor's Action:      19930514
Introduced Date:                19930308
Last History Body:              ------
Last History Date:              19930514
Last History Type:              Act No. 197
Scope of Legislation:           Statewide
All Sponsors:                   Kennedy
                                Canty
                                Hines
                                Cobb-Hunter
                                Whipper
                                Neal
                                Scott
                                Byrd
                                Simrill
                                Graham
                                J. Wilder
                                Govan
                                Snow
                                Neilson
                                Gonzales
                                Holt
                                Stille
                                Phillips
                                Harrell
                                Breeland
                                Inabinett
                                Thomas
                                Haskins
                                Vaughn
                                Jennings
                                Moody-Lawrence
                                R. Smith
                                Kinon
                                Stuart
                                Rudnick
                                Houck
                                D. Smith
                                D. Wilder
                                Askins
                                McCraw
                                Littlejohn
Type of Legislation:            Joint Resolution

History

Bill   Body    Date          Action Description              CMN  Leg Involved
----   ------  ------------  ------------------------------  ---  ------------
3648   ------  19930514      Act No. 197
3648   ------  19930514      Signed by Governor
3648   ------  19930511      Ratified R 111
3648   Senate  19930429      Read third time, enrolled for
                             ratification
3648   Senate  19930428      Read second time
3648   Senate  19930427      Introduced, read first time,
                             placed on Calendar without
                             reference
3648   House   19930423      Read third time, sent to
                             Senate
3648   House   19930422Read second time, unanimous
                             consent for third reading on
                             next Legislative day
3648   House   19930414      Committee Report: Favorable     30
3648   House   19930308      Introduced, read first time,    30
                             referred to Committee
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(A197, R111, H3648)

A JOINT RESOLUTION TO DIRECT THE SOUTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ARCHIVES AND HISTORY TO ESTABLISH THE SOUTH CAROLINA AFRICAN-AMERICAN HERITAGE COUNCIL TO ASSIST AND ENHANCE THE DEPARTMENT'S EFFORTS TO PRESERVE AND PROMOTE HISTORIC PROPERTIES REFLECTING THE STATE'S AFRICAN-AMERICAN HERITAGE; TO AUTHORIZE THE DEPARTMENT TO PROVIDE STAFF ASSISTANCE AND FUNDING FOR THE COUNCIL; AND TO PROVIDE FOR THE TERMINATION OF THE COUNCIL JUNE 1, 1998.

Be it enacted by the General Assembly of the State of South Carolina:

Whereas, South Carolina has a rich diversity of historic buildings, structures, and sites illustrating the state's African-American heritage; and

Whereas, these historic properties help present and future generations understand our past and remind us of the aspirations, ingenuity, and courage of those who came before us; and

Whereas, these historic properties are being lost or substantially altered, often inadvertently, with increasing frequency; and

Whereas, the Department of Archives and History is charged with encouraging and assisting South Carolina's citizens with the identification and preservation of these significant properties; and

Whereas, in the face of ever-increasing threats, it is necessary to enhance the Department of Archives and History's efforts to identify, promote, and preserve these irreplaceable historic properties. Now, therefore,

Be it enacted by the General Assembly of the State of South Carolina:

African-American Heritage Council; duties; membership

SECTION 1. (A) The South Carolina Department of Archives and History shall establish the South Carolina African-American Heritage Council to assist and enhance the efforts of the department to preserve and promote historic buildings, structures, and sites reflecting the state's African-American heritage. The council shall:

(1) promote public awareness of buildings, sites, and structures associated with South Carolina's African-American heritage through publications, presentations, and workshops;

(2) support African-American heritage education at the elementary, secondary, and college levels;

(3) build a network of African-American individuals and groups interested in historic preservation;

(4) support the recruitment and hiring of African-American professionals by historical organizations and agencies;

(5) advise the Department of Archives and History on matters relating to the identification and preservation of buildings, structures, and sites associated with African-American history and the programs and services of the department.

(B) The South Carolina African-American Heritage Council shall consist of fifteen members appointed to staggered terms by the South Carolina Archives and History Commission. The members of the council shall represent all geographic regions of the State. The commission also may appoint other nonvoting members representing appropriate organizations. The members may not receive per diem, but must be reimbursed for mileage and subsistence from the State Historic Preservation Grant Fund.

(C) The council also shall include nonvoting associate members who must be kept informed of council activities and invited to attend meetings. Associate members shall form a network of individuals and groups across the State who are interested in the preservation of properties associated with African-American history. Associate members are not eligible for per diem, mileage, and subsistence.

(D) The council shall meet quarterly and shall plan activities to carry out the duties of the council as enumerated in subsection (A). The council shall establish by-laws for appointing members, electing officers, and conducting meetings.

(E) The South Carolina Department of Archives and History shall serve in a nonvoting advisory role to the council and shall provide information and staff assistance. The council must be funded through the State Historic Preservation Grant Fund, South Carolina's annual allocation from the federal Historic Preservation Fund, and any nonstate funds contributed to the council.

(F) This resolution does not preclude the council from receiving a charter as a nonprofit organization at a future date.

(G) The council shall terminate on June 1, 1998, unless extended by the General Assembly.

Time effective

SECTION 2. This joint resolution takes effect upon approval by the Governor.

Approved the 14th day of May, 1993.