James L. Mann “Bubba†Cromer Jr., retirement

2025-2026 Bill 5624: James L. Mann “Bubba†Cromer Jr., retirement - South Carolina Legislature Online

South Carolina General Assembly
126th Session, 2025-2026
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H. 5624
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House Resolution
Sponsors: Reps. G.M. Smith, Pope, Alexander, Anderson, Atkinson, Bailey, Ballentine, Bamberg, Bannister, Bauer, Beach, Bernstein, Bowers, Bradley, Brewer, Brittain, Burns, Bustos, Calhoon, Caskey, Chapman, Chumley, Clyburn, Cobb-Hunter, Collins, Cox, Crawford, Cromer, Davis, Dillard, Duncan, Edgerton, Erickson, Ford, Forrest, Frank, Gagnon, Garvin, Gatch, Gibson, Gilliam, Gilliard, Gilreath, Govan, Grant, Guest, Guffey, Haddon, Hager, Hardee, Harris, Hart, Hartnett, Hartz, Hayes, Henderson-Myers, Herbkersman, Hewitt, Hiott, Hixon, Holman, Hosey, Howard, Huff, J.E. Johnson, J.L. Johnson, Jones, Jordan, Kilmartin, King, Kirby, Landing, Lastinger, Lawson, Ligon, Long, Lowe, Luck, Magnuson, Martin, McCabe, McCravy, McDaniel, McGinnis, C. Mitchell, D. Mitchell, Montgomery, J. Moore, T. Moore, Morgan, Moss, Neese, B. Newton, W. Newton, Oremus, Pace, Pedalino, Rankin, Reese, Rivers, Robbins, Rose, Rutherford, Sanders, Schuessler, Scott, Sessions, M.M. Smith, Spann-Wilder, Stavrinakis, Taylor, Teeple, Terribile, Vaughan, Waters, Weeks, Wetmore, White, Whitmire, Wickensimer, Williams, Willis, Wooten and Yow
Document Path: LC-0725WAB-RM26.docx
Introduced in the House on April 30, 2026
Adopted by the House on April 30, 2026
Summary: James L. Mann “Bubba†Cromer Jr., retirement
HISTORY OF LEGISLATIVE ACTIONS

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4/30/2026

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Introduced and adopted (
House Journal-page 132
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VERSIONS OF THIS BILL
04/30/2026

A
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RESOLUTION

TO RECOGNIZE AND HONOR THE HONORABLE JAMES LEWIS
MANN "BUBBA" CROMER JR., READING CLERK OF THE SOUTH CAROLINA HOUSE OF
REPRESENTATIVES, UPON THE OCCASION OF HIS RETIREMENT, AND TO EXPRESS PROFOUND
GRATITUDE FOR HIS DECADES OF DISTINGUISHED SERVICE TO THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY AND
THE PEOPLE OF SOUTH CAROLINA.

W
hereas, the members of
the South Carolina House of Representatives take pleasure in recognizing and
honoring the Honorable James Lewis Mann "Bubba" Cromer Jr., upon the occasion
of his retirement as Reading Clerk of the House, in recognition of his distinguished
service to the General Assembly and the people of South Carolina; and

W
hereas, a native of
Columbia, Mr. Cromer is a graduate of Dreher High School, Clemson University,
and the University of South Carolina School of Law and is licensed to practice
law in South Carolina, California, and the District of Columbia. Although he
enjoys dual citizenship as a graduate of Clemson and USC, his blood
unquestionably runneth orange; and

W
hereas, the first person
elected to the House of Representatives as an Independent, Mr. Cromer served in
this body with distinction, representing District 80, from 1991 to 1998. His
service exemplified thoughtful judgment, principled decision-making, and a commitment
to representing his constituents with integrity. Following his legislative
service, he was elected Reading Clerk of the House of Representatives in 1998,
a position he has held with exceptional dedication for more than a quarter
century, becoming an indispensable presence within the chamber; and

W
hereas, Mr. Cromer is a
man of deep faith who lives out the values of compassion, service, and
humility, devoting countless hours to helping those in need. He founded
Candyman Homeless Outreach providing clothing, toiletries, and other
necessities to shelterless men, women, and children, and is frequently
accompanied by his beloved dog, Queen Boudicca, in his outreach ministry; and

W
hereas, a man of many
talents, Mr. Cromer is both a published novelist and an award-winning
filmmaker, accomplishments that reflect his creativity, intellect, and passion
for storytelling; and

W
hereas, widely admired
for his empathy, warmth, and generosity, Mr. Cromer brings energy, insight, and
good humor to every aspect of his work. His creativity, integrity, and engaging
presence have enriched the State House for decades, and his distinctive and
thoughtful reading of bills has brought clarity, precision, and enjoyment to
the work of this body. Now, therefore,

B
e it resolved by the
House of Representatives:

T
hat the members of the
South Carolina House of Representatives, by this resolution, recognize and
honor the Honorable James Lewis Mann "Bubba" Cromer Jr., upon the occasion of
his retirement as Reading Clerk, commend him for his outstanding contributions
to the General Assembly, and extend their deepest appreciation for his many
years of devoted service.

B
e it further resolved
that a copy of this resolution be presented to the Honorable James Lewis Mann
"Bubba" Cromer Jr.

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