Recognizes the Gullah language as an official language of South Carolina.
The bill amends the South Carolina Code to designate both English and the Gullah language as the official languages of the state. This change acknowledges the cultural heritage and linguistic diversity of South Carolina by recognizing the Gullah language, which is spoken by the Gullah people, a community of African-American descendants in the coastal regions of the state. The bill takes effect upon approval by the Governor.
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