The Honorable Dorothy S. Riley Highway

2025-2026 Bill 5586: The Honorable Dorothy S. Riley Highway - South Carolina Legislature Online

South Carolina General Assembly
126th Session, 2025-2026
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H. 5586
STATUS INFORMATION
House Resolution
Sponsors: Rep. Hosey
Document Path: LC-0564CM-GT26.docx
Introduced in the House on April 23, 2026
Introduced in the Senate on April 30, 2026
Currently residing in the Senate Committee on
Transportation
Summary: The Honorable Dorothy S. Riley Highway
HISTORY OF LEGISLATIVE ACTIONS

Date

Body

Action Description with journal page number

4/23/2026

House

Introduced (
House Journal-page 10
)

4/23/2026

House

Referred to Committee on
Invitations and Memorial Resolutions
(
House Journal-page 10
)

4/29/2026

House

Committee report: Favorable
Invitations and Memorial Resolutions
(
House Journal-page 177
)

4/30/2026

House

Adopted, sent to Senate (
House Journal-page 130
)

4/30/2026

Senate

Introduced (
Senate Journal-page 9
)

4/30/2026

Senate

Referred to Committee on
Transportation
(
Senate Journal-page 9
)

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VERSIONS OF THIS BILL
04/23/2026
04/29/2026

Committee Report

April 29, 2026

H. 5586

Introduced
by Rep. Hosey

S. Printed 4/29/26--H.

Read the first time April 23, 2026

________

The committee on House Invitations
and Memorial Resolutions

To whom was referred a Concurrent Resolution (H.
5586) to request the Department of Transportation name the portion of United
States Highway 278 East from Feed Lot Road to the town limit of Fairfax in Allendale
County, etc., respectfully

Report:

That they have duly and carefully considered
the same, and recommend that the same do pass:

DENNIS MOSS for Committee.

_______

A concurrent RESOLUTION

To request the Department of Transportation name the
portion of United States Highway 278 East from Feed Lot Road to the town limit
of Fairfax in Allendale County the "Honorable Dorothy S. Riley Highway" and
erect appropriate signs or markers at this location containing these words.

W
hereas, the Honorable
Dorothy S. Riley is a lifelong public servant whose career has been defined by
leadership, integrity, and a steadfast commitment to the community of Fairfax
and the surrounding region; and

W
hereas, for more than
thirty years she served Allendale County as the administrative assistant and
supervisor in the county magistrates office. In this capacity, she managed
daily court operations, provided administrative leadership, and guided staff to
ensure professionalism, efficiency, and fairness in judicial proceedings. Her
dedication to ethical service and her extensive knowledge of court
administration earned the respect and trust of magistrates, legal
professionals, county officials, and the public; and

W
hereas, Mrs. Riley
also served fifteen years as an elected member of the Fairfax Town Council.
During her tenure, she worked collaboratively to address community needs,
strengthen local governance, and advance initiatives that enhanced the quality
of life for the citizens of Fairfax; and

W
hereas, building on
this foundation, Mrs. Riley was elected mayor of the Town of Fairfax,
responsible for overseeing the town's operations, making policy decisions, and
representing the interests of Fairfax residents. She led with transparency and
compassion with a commitment to unity and progress. During her tenure, she
remained accessible to residents, listened attentively to community concerns,
and worked diligently to make balanced decisions in the best interest of the
town; and

W
hereas, her commitment
to public service extended beyond municipal leadership. Mrs. Riley spent eight
years as a member of the Lower Savannah Council of Government, serving one year
as chair. With this governing body she advocated for accessible, high-quality
healthcare and championed initiatives focused on supporting underserved and
vulnerable populations across the six-county region that includes Aiken,
Allendale, Bamberg, Barnwell, Calhoun, and Orangeburg; and

W
hereas, throughout her
decades-long career, Mrs. Riley has exemplified professionalism, humility, and
integrity. Her service in county government, municipal leadership, and regional
advocacy reflects her enduring belief that meaningful progress is achieved
through dedication, collaboration, and a genuine commitment to others; and

W
hereas, now retired
from public office, the Honorable Dorothy S. Riley remains deeply grateful for
the opportunity to have served the citizens of Fairfax and the surrounding
communities. Her journey stands as a testament to the lasting impact of a
lifetime devoted to public service and serves as an inspiration for future
generations. Now, therefore,

B
e it resolved by the House
of Representatives, the Senate concurring:

T
hat the members of the
South Carolina General Assembly, by this resolution, request the Department of
Transportation name the portion of United States Highway 278 East from Feed Lot
Road to the town limit of Fairfax in Allendale County the "Honorable Dorothy S.
Riley Highway" and erect appropriate signs or markers at this location
containing these words.

B
e it further resolved that
a copy of this resolution be forwarded to the Department of Transportation.

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