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TRIBUTE TO DR. CECIL EDWARD "EDDIE" FLOYD

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On 2026-01-20, Representative James E. Clyburn (D-SC-6) delivered a floor speech titled "TRIBUTE TO DR. CECIL EDWARD "EDDIE" FLOYD" in the House. The speech addressed healthcare and also covered education, infrastructure.

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TRIBUTE TO DR. CECIL EDWARD "EDDIE" FLOYD

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 13 (Tuesday, January 20, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 13 (Tuesday, January 20, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E58] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] TRIBUTE TO DR. CECIL EDWARD ``EDDIE'' FLOYD _____ HON. JAMES E. CLYBURN of south carolina in the house of representatives Tuesday, January 20, 2026 Mr. CLYBURN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and celebrate the extraordinary life and legacy of Dr. Cecil Edward ``Eddie'' Floyd, a distinguished physician, visionary leader, and devoted servant to the people of South Carolina, who transitioned on January 15, 2026. His life's work reflects a rare combination of professional excellence, civic responsibility, and deep commitment to family and community. A native of Lake City, South Carolina, Dr. Floyd was educated in Lake City Public Schools. He went on to attend the University of South Carolina, earning his bachelor's degree, before pursuing his calling in medicine at the Medical University of South Carolina. Following his medical degree, Dr. Floyd completed his internship at Charity Hospital in New Orleans, Louisiana, an experience that further shaped his dedication to compassionate, high-quality care. Board-certified in both General and Vascular Surgery, he built a medical career marked by skill, integrity, and an unwavering focus on patient well-being. Beyond the operating room, Dr. Floyd exemplified leadership through service. He dedicated countless hours to strengthening institutions that serve the public good, including his role as Chairman of the Board for MUSC Health Florence Medical Center. Over the decades, he served on boards for numerous organizations spanning healthcare, higher education, finance, conservation, and public policy--always bringing thoughtful guidance, steady leadership, and a deep sense of responsibility. Dr. Floyd's impact extended into higher education and civic life through long-standing service on the University of South Carolina Board of Trustees, including his tenure as Chairman, and through leadership roles with financial and philanthropic institutions. His counsel was sought at the state, national, and international levels, including service as a Delegate to the United Nations General Assembly and participation in organizations shaping healthcare policy and medical education. His distinguished service was widely recognized. Dr. Floyd was named a Distinguished Eagle Scout and received honorary doctoral degrees from Francis Marion University and the University of South Carolina. Among his many accolades was the Order of the Palmetto, South Carolina's highest civilian honor--a testament to both his professional excellence and moral character. At the center of Dr. Floyd's life was his family. He shared a loving marriage with his wife, Kay Baker Floyd of Timmonsville, and together they raised three children--Dr. Coleman Floyd Buckhouse, Cecil ``Bubby'' Edward Floyd, Jr., and Emory ``Sissy'' Kay Floyd. He was a proud grandfather to nine grandchildren. Mr. Speaker, I ask that you and our colleagues join me in honoring the life of Dr. Cecil Edward ``Eddie'' Floyd--a healer, a leader, and a servant whose legacy will continue to inspire South Carolina for generations to come. ____________________

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TRIBUTE TO DR. CECIL EDWARD "EDDIE" FLOYD Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 13 (Tuesday, January 20, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 13 (Tuesday, January 20, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E58] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] TRIBUTE TO DR. CECIL EDWARD ``EDDIE'' FLOYD _____ HON. JAMES E. CLYBURN of south carolina in the house of representatives Tuesday, January 20, 2026 Mr. CLYBURN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and celebrate the extraordinary life and legacy of Dr. Cecil Edward ``Eddie'' Floyd, a distinguished physician, visionary leader, and devoted servant to the people of South Carolina, who transitioned on January 15, 2026. His life's work reflects a rare combination of professional excellence, civic responsibility, and deep commitment to family and community. A native of Lake City, South Carolina, Dr. Floyd was educated in Lake City Public Schools. He went on to attend the University of South Carolina, earning his bachelor's degree, before pursuing his calling in medicine at the Medical University of South Carolina. Following his medical degree, Dr. Floyd completed his internship at Charity Hospital in New Orleans, Louisiana, an experience that further shaped his dedication to compassionate, high-quality care. Board-certified in both General and Vascular Surgery, he built a medical career marked by skill, integrity, and an unwavering focus on patient well-being. Beyond the operating room, Dr. Floyd exemplified leadership through service. He dedicated countless hours to strengthening institutions that serve the public good, including his role as Chairman of the Board for MUSC Health Florence Medical Center. Over the decades, he served on boards for numerous organizations spanning healthcare, higher education, finance, conservation, and public policy--always bringing thoughtful guidance, steady leadership, and a deep sense of responsibility. Dr. Floyd's impact extended into higher education and civic life through long-standing service on the University of South Carolina Board of Trustees, including his tenure as Chairman, and through leadership roles with financial and philanthropic institutions. His counsel was sought at the state, national, and international levels, including service as a Delegate to the United Nations General Assembly and participation in organizations shaping healthcare policy and medical education. His distinguished service was widely recognized. Dr. Floyd was named a Distinguished Eagle Scout and received honorary doctoral degrees from Francis Marion University and the University of South Carolina. Among his many accolades was the Order of the Palmetto, South Carolina's highest civilian honor--a testament to both his professional excellence and moral character. At the center of Dr. Floyd's life was his family. He shared a loving marriage with his wife, Kay Baker Floyd of Timmonsville, and together they raised three children--Dr. Coleman Floyd Buckhouse, Cecil ``Bubby'' Edward Floyd, Jr., and Emory ``Sissy'' Kay Floyd. He was a proud grandfather to nine grandchildren. Mr. Speaker, I ask that you and our colleagues join me in honoring the life of Dr. Cecil Edward ``Eddie'' Floyd--a healer, a leader, and a servant whose legacy will continue to inspire South Carolina for generations to come. ____________________