H 5125

South Carolina General Assembly
126th Session, 2025-2026
Bill 5125
Indicates Matter Stricken
Indicates New Matter
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A house RESOLUTION
TO EXPRESS THE
PROFOUND SORROW OF THE MEMBERS OF THE SOUTH CAROLINA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
UPON THE PASSING OF TAMMY J. MCCOTTRY, TO CELEBRATE HER LIFE AND HER REMARKABLE
COMMITMENT TO HER COMMUNITY, AND TO EXTEND THEIR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO HER FAMILY
AND FRIENDS.
Whereas, the members of
the South Carolina House of Representatives were greatly saddened to learn of
the passing of Tammy J. McCottry at the age of 65 on Tuesday, February 3, 2026;
and
Whereas, born on April
23, 1960, in Charleston, Tammy McCottry, a graduate of Howard University, was a
media personality and community advocate known as "The Media Mogul" who was
highly celebrated for her inspiring civic and nonprofit work, while also
advocating for and highlighting the stories of women, families, and underserved
groups; and
Whereas, she founded
her first production company, McCottry Productions Inc. in 1998 and produced various
acclaimed programs, including "The Single Parent Corner," a program that she
hosted for four years and that aired on UPN and NBC for five years. She also founded
and served as CEO of Tammy Media Group, a media and event management,
production, public relations, and consulting company, where she served as host
and executive producer of award winning shows like, "Tammy," which was praised
for its in-depth interviews with community leaders and celebrities, and  "Tammy:
Your Story, Your Community," where she embraced the mission of inspiring
people, having meaningful conversations, and highlighting stories that shaped
communities in the Lowcountry; and
Whereas, Tammy McCottry
was a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc., the Order of the Eastern Star,
Unity Chapter 370, and was also a member of the National Association of
Television Producers and Executives. She served on the board of numerous
organizations in the community, as well as founding and organizing The Parents
Corner USA, a nonprofit organization targeted to economically disadvantaged
parents and at-risk youth, dedicated to helping parents and their children
restructure the family unit by giving them the tools needed to encourage the
development of moral fiber, character, and family values, as well as
establishing the National Women and Girls Summit, which focuses on teaching
healthy, happy lifestyles to young girls; and
Whereas, she was
honored over her lifetime with numerous awards for her exceptional
contributions to the community, including receiving the Dr. Martain Luther King
Jr. Picture Award, being named one of LinkedIn's 2020 Influential African
American Women, and serving as the 2020 ambassador of the N.E.N.O. Summits for
the Southeastern Chamber of Commerce. She was also honored by the former Mayor
of Charleston, Joseph P. Riley Jr., who declared November 19 as "Tammy McCottry
Day" in 2022 and was recognized for her selfless work by the South Carolina
Senate; and
Whereas, Tammy McCottry
is the author of the book, Love for Our Daughters: From a Mother's Heart,
a collection of letters from a mother to her teenage daughter, giving warm and
engaging advice to young women. As a motivational speaker, Tammy gave countless
speeches at churches, colleges, nonprofit organizations, and corporations,
sharing her faith, philosophy, and inspirational advice; and
Whereas, her legacy
will live on in her daughter, Catherine, and all who knew and loved her, as
they continue to share her motivating story and mission of supporting her
community; and
Whereas, the members of
the South Carolina House of Representatives are grateful for the life and
legacy of Tammy McCottry and for the inspiring example of sacrifice, service,
strong faith, and kindness she set for all who knew her. Now, therefore,
Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:
That the members of the
South Carolina House of Representatives,
by this resolution, express their profound sorrow upon the passing of Tammy J.
McCottry, celebrate her life and her remarkable commitment to her community,
and extend their deepest sympathy to her family and friends.
Be it further resolved
that a copy of this resolution be presented to the family of Tammy J. McCottry.
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