A house RESOLUTION

 

TO RECOGNIZE AND HONOR ARMY MASTER SERGEANT (RET.) ALFONSO J. BOYD FOR HIS EXEMPLARY MILITARY SERVICE AND DEDICATED LEADERSHIP IN SUPPORT OF VETERANS AND YOUTH IN CHESTER COUNTY AND TO CONGRATULATE HIM UPON BEING NAMED THE SOUTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS' AFFAIRS VETERAN OF THE YEAR FOR THE 2025-2026 NOMINATION CYCLE.

 

Whereas, the South Carolina House of Representatives takes great pride in recognizing those individuals who, after serving their nation with honor, continue to enrich their communities through leadership, education, and compassion; and

 

Whereas, Army Master Sergeant (Ret.) Alfonso J. Boyd faithfully served more than twenty-two years in the United States Army, demonstrating steadfast dedication to mission and service; and

 

Whereas, upon returning home to Chester County, Master Sergeant Boyd established and expanded Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) programs at Great Falls, Lewisville, and Chester high schools, inspiring generations of students to pursue excellence, leadership, and civic responsibility; and

 

Whereas, for more than a decade, he has served as commander of Disabled American Veterans (DAV), James D. Wessinger Chapter 19, guiding the chapter through challenging times and organizing impactful events such as the Wounded Warrior Amputee Softball Tournament, Quilt of Valor Ceremonies, Dinner With a General celebrations, and annual Veterans Day and Memorial Day observances; and

 

Whereas, under his leadership, Chester County veterans have received over a million dollars in earned benefits, strengthening both the local economy and the lives of those who served; and

 

Whereas, Master Sergeant Boyd continues to uplift others through faith and fellowship, coordinating countywide veteran care initiatives, participating in civic and religious outreach, and setting an example of perseverance and compassion; and

 

Whereas, in recognition of his lifelong commitment to service, advocacy, and leadership, the South Carolina Department of Veterans' Affairs has named Master Sergeant Alfonso J. Boyd Veteran of the Year for the 2025-2026 nomination cycle; and

 

Whereas, the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives are proud to honor Master Sergeant Boyd for his remarkable achievements and enduring service to his fellow veterans and his community. Now, therefore,

 

Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:

 

That the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives, by this resolution, recognize and honor Army Master Sergeant (Ret.) Alfonso J. Boyd for his exemplary military service and dedicated leadership in support of veterans and youth in Chester County and congratulate him upon being named the South Carolina Department of Veterans' Affairs Veteran of the Year for the 2025-2026 nomination cycle.

 

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to Army Master Sergeant (Ret.) Alfonso J. Boyd.

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