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TO CONGRATULATE AND RECOGNIZE THE HONORABLE PAUL G. CAMPBELL, JR., UPON THE OCCASION OF HIS DEPARTURE FROM THE SOUTH CAROLINA SENATE, TO COMMEND HIM FOR HIS THIRTEEN YEARS OF DISTINGUISHED SERVICE TO THIS BODY, AND TO WISH HIM ALL THE BEST IN THE YEARS TO COME.
Whereas, the Honorable Paul G. Campbell, Jr., has represented the citizens of Senate District 44 in Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester counties for thirteen years; and
Whereas, a native of West Jefferson, North Carolina, Senator Campbell was born on July 10, 1946 as the son of Paul G. Campbell, Sr., and Edith Winkler Campbell. He is an alumnus of Clemson University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering, and Jacksonville State University, where he earned a Master of Business Administration; and
Whereas, with an accomplished career, Senator Campbell has served as regional president for Alcoa; consultant for Paul Campbell, LLC; and CEO of Charleston International Airport; and
Whereas, during his legislative tenure, Senator Campbell's most notable accomplishments include successful legislation on economic development and conservation. He was a valuable member of the team that secured significant economic development commitments from numerous businesses around the world, including Boeing and Volvo. He is well known for his cheery disposition and his laser-focused commitment to expanding the State's economic diversity. Over the years, he has lent his expertise to many committees, and he currently serves as chairman of the Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee and as a member of the Ethics Committee, Finance Committee, Medical Affairs Committee, and Transportation Committee; and
Whereas, as a civic leader, Senator Campbell has served as a member of the Clemson Board of Visitors and Engineering Advisory Council; College of Charleston School of Business and Economics Board of Governors; Board for Technical and Comprehensive Education; Trident Technical College Foundation; Leadership South Carolina Board; Summerville Rotary Club; Trident United Way; Coastal Council of Boy Scouts of America; The Materials Society and American Institute of Mining, Metallurgical, and Petroleum Engineers; Chambers of Commerce for South Carolina, Berkeley, and Charleston; Manufacturers Alliance; Business and Industry Political Education Committee's Executive Committee; First Financial Holdings and First Federal of Charleston Board of Directors; Public Service Authority; and Charleston Regional Development Alliance Executive Committee; and
Whereas, Senator Campbell has also received many honors and awards, including the prestigious Order of the Palmetto; and
Whereas, a devout Christian, he finds his spiritual home at Dorchester Presbyterian Church, where he serves as an elder; and
Whereas, Senator Campbell and with his wife, Vicki Garner Campbell, live in Goose Creek. Together, they have three children, Christie, Jeremy, and Caroline; and
Whereas, Senator Campbell's colleagues in the Senate are grateful for his tireless labors on behalf of the citizens of Senate District 44 and the entire State of South Carolina. The members extend their best wishes for much success and fulfillment in the years ahead. Now, therefore,
Be it resolved by the Senate:
That the members of the South Carolina Senate, by this resolution, congratulate and recognize the Honorable Paul G. Campbell, Jr., upon the occasion of his departure from the South Carolina Senate, commend him for his thirteen years of distinguished service to this body, and wish him all the best in the years to come.
Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to the Honorable Paul G. Campbell, Jr.
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