SC House Approves Resolution to Name Future I-73 After Trump
The South Carolina House of Representatives has officially passed a resolution to name the future Interstate 73 after former President Donald Trump. This decision, made on Thursday, highlights the growing support for honoring Trump within the state.
Resolution Details
Initially proposed by the Horry County Council in February, the resolution seeks to designate a segment of I-73 as “President Donald J. Trump Highway.” This naming convention has been approved despite the previous prerequisite for federal funding to be secured before Trump’s presidential term concluded.
Key Supporters
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham voiced his support, calling the decision a fitting tribute to South Carolina’s vital infrastructure project. He stated that naming I-73 after Trump aligns with the highway’s significance for the region.
- Project: Interstate 73
- Location: Connecting Grand Strand to I-95
- Resolution passed: Recent Thursday
Project Significance
State Rep. Heather Ammons Crawford emphasized the importance of this highway. She noted that during Trump’s administration, a federal permit was issued, removing years of obstacles that had delayed the project. The ongoing development has accelerated significantly since the voter-supported RIDE IV program was approved in November 2024, which allocated $450 million in local funding for its construction.
Local Impact
Crawford highlighted the potential benefits of I-73, stating that it represents job creation and economic opportunity for South Carolina residents. She echoed Graham’s sentiments, declaring Trump as a transformative leader whose influence “put America First.”
Next Steps
The resolution is now set to move to the South Carolina Senate for further deliberation. If approved, this initiative will honor Trump’s legacy while advancing a critical infrastructure project for the state.
