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passed · South Carolina · House Jan 29, 2026

H 5050: Rev. Dr. Elijah Washington-sympathy

A HOUSE RESOLUTION TO EXPRESS THE PROFOUND SORROW OF THE SOUTH CAROLINA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES UPON THE PASSING OF REVEREND DR. ELIJAH WASHINGTON SR. OF BEAUFORT COUNTY, THE FIRST AFRICAN AMERICAN BEAUFORT MEMORIAL HOSPITAL CHIEF OF STAFF AND FIRST AFRICAN AMERICAN OB/GYN IN THE LOWCOUNTRY, TO HONOR HIS COMMITMENT TO HEALTH AND FAITH, AND TO EXTEND DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO HIS LOVING FAMILY AND MANY FRIENDS.
Jay Jordan (R) Bill Taylor (R) David Martin (R) Jackie Hayes (D) Tim McGinnis (R)
passed · South Carolina · House Jan 29, 2026

H 5049: SkillsUSA

H 5049 is a House Resolution recognizing SkillsUSA for its work in developing a skilled U.S. workforce. It formally honors the nonprofit organization, which serves over 300,000 students and instructors annually in career-focused education. The resolution highlights SkillsUSA's role in preparing students for trade, technical, and health occupations, noting its recognition by the U.S. Departments of Education and Labor. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no binding policy changes or direct impact on legislation or funding.
Jay Jordan (R) Bill Taylor (R) David Martin (R) Jackie Hayes (D) Tim McGinnis (R)
in committee · South Carolina · House Jan 29, 2026

H 5063: Property insurance and structural inspections

A BILL TO AMEND THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS BY ADDING SECTION 38-75-70 SO AS TO REQUIRE PERIODIC FULL STRUCTURAL INSPECTIONS OF CERTAIN COASTAL MULTI-STORY BUILDINGS BY CERTIFIED STRUCTURAL EXPERTS AS A CONDITION OF PROPERTY INSURANCE RENEWAL, TO PROVIDE INSURERS MAY CONSIDER THE FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS OF STRUCTURAL INSPECTION REPORTS WHEN DETERMINING WHETHER TO RENEW, NONRENEW, OR CONDITIONALLY RENEW A POLICY, AND TO PROVIDE A POLICY RENEWED FOLLOWING A QUALIFYING INSPECTION MUST PROVIDE COVERAGE FOR LOSS OR DAMAGE UP TO POLICY LIMITS AND COVERAGE FOR REASONABLE ALTERNATIVE LIVING EXPENSES WHEN EVACUATION IS NECESSARY DUE TO STRUCTURAL DEFICIENCIES.
Kathy Landing (R) Joe Bustos (R) Tom Hartnett (R) James Teeple (R) Wendell Gilliard (D)
in committee · South Carolina · House Jan 29, 2026

H 5062: Criminal Gang and Anti-Racketeering

A BILL TO AMEND THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS BY AMENDING SECTION 16-8-230, RELATING TO DEFINITIONS FOR THE PURPOSES OF THE CRIMINAL GANG PREVENTION ACT, SO AS TO REVISE THE DEFINITIONS; BY AMENDING SECTION 16-8-240, RELATING TO USE OF OR THREAT OF PHYSICAL VIOLENCE BY CRIMINAL GANG MEMBERS AND PENALTIES, SO AS TO REVISE THE STATUTE AND ESTABLISH UNLAWFUL CRIMINAL GANG ACTIVITY OFFENSES; BY ADDING SECTION 16-8-245 SO AS TO PROVIDE ADMISSIBILITY OF CRIMINAL GANG AND CRIMINAL GANG ACTIVITY EVIDENCE DURING A TRIAL OR PROCEEDING; BY AMENDING SECTION 16-8-250, RELATING TO PREVENTING WITNESSES OR VICTIMS FROM TESTIFYING AND PENALTIES, SO AS TO PROVIDE A MECHANISM TO ABATE A PUBLIC NUISANCE OF REAL PROPERTY USED BY A CRIMINAL GANG; BY ADDING SECTION 16-8-275 SO AS TO PROVIDE ADMISSIBILITY IN A CRIMINAL PROCEEDING OF THE ACCUSED'S COMMISSION OF CRIMINAL GANG ACTIVITY; BY ADDING ARTICLE 5 TO CHAPTER 8, TITLE 16 SO AS TO ENACT THE "ANTI-RACKETEERING ACT", TO PROVIDE APPROPRIATE DEFINITIONS FOR THE ANTI-RACKETEERING ACT, TO PROVIDE IT IS UNLAWFUL FOR ANY PERSON TO ENGAGE IN RACKETEERING ACTIVITY, TO PROVIDE CRIMINAL PENALTIES FOR ENGAGING IN RACKETEERING ACTIVITY, TO PROVIDE THAT THE CIRCUIT COURT MAY ENJOIN VIOLATIONS OF THE ANTI-RACKETEERING ACT BY ISSUING APPROPRIATE ORDERS, TO ESTABLISH JURISDICTION FOR RACKETEERING ACTIVITY, AND TO PROVIDE PROTECTION FROM DISCLOSURE OF INFORMANTS; AND BY AMENDING SECTION 14-7-1630, RELATING TO THE JURISDICTION OF THE STATE GRAND JURY, AMONG OTHER THINGS, SO AS TO ADD THE CRIME OF RACKETEERING TO THE JURISDICTION OF THE STATE GRAND JURY.
Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeAmends definitions and penalties for criminal gang activity, expanding criminalization and establishing stricter offenses without reform elements.95% confidence
Jay Jordan (R) Cody Mitchell (R) Gil Gatch (R) Case Brittain (R) Sylleste Davis (R)
in committee · South Carolina · Senate Jan 29, 2026

S 870: Military Chaplains

A BILL TO AMEND THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS BY ADDING SECTION 25-1-80 SO AS TO DEFINE NECESSARY TERMS, TO LIST REQUIREMENTS FOR MILITARY CHAPLAINS, TO ENSURE PRIVILEGED COMMUNICATION BETWEEN CHAPLAINS AND MILITIA MEMBERS AND AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL, AND TO PROVIDE DISCLOSURE EXCEPTIONS FOR CONFIDENTIAL COMMUNICATIONS.
Ed Sutton (D) Stephen Goldfinch (R)
passed · South Carolina · House Jan 29, 2026

H 5051: Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day

A HOUSE RESOLUTION TO RECOGNIZE AND SUPPORT "INTRODUCE A GIRL TO ENGINEERING DAY"; TO ENCOURAGE THE PARTICIPATION OF STUDENTS, EDUCATORS, ENGINEERS, FAMILIES, AND COMMUNITY PARTNERS ACROSS THE STATE; AND TO DECLARE TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2026, AS "INTRODUCE A GIRL TO ENGINEERING DAY" IN SOUTH CAROLINA.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationPromotes STEM engagement for girls via designated day, enhancing student program access and participation in engineering education85% confidence
Jay Jordan (R) Bill Taylor (R) David Martin (R) Jackie Hayes (D) Tim McGinnis (R)
in committee · South Carolina · House Jan 29, 2026

H 5002: Community Health Workers

A BILL TO AMEND THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS BY ADDING CHAPTER 49 TO TITLE 43 SO AS TO REQUIRE THE CERTIFICATION OF COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKERS IN THE STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA; TO ESTABLISH CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS AND AUTHORIZED SERVICES; TO REQUIRE THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH TO PROMULGATE CERTAIN REGULATIONS, INCLUDING CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS; TO PROVIDE FOR MEDICAID REIMBURSEMENT OF AUTHORIZED SERVICES; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES; AND BY ADDING SECTION 44-6-75 SO AS TO REQUIRE THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES TO SEEK FEDERAL APPROVAL FOR A STATE MEDICAID PLAN AMENDMENT OR WAIVER INCLUDING SERVICES PROVIDED BY CERTIFIED COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKERS IN CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES.
Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRequires certification of community health workers with Medicaid reimbursement, expanding access to healthcare services and strengthening workforce standards.95% confidence
Robert Williams (D) Rosalyn Henderson-Myers (D) Jason Luck (D)
in committee · South Carolina · House Jan 29, 2026

H 5061: Coastal Beaches

H 5061 defines coastal beaches in South Carolina as state parks under the law. Specifically, it adds a definition stating that a "coastal beach" means the area from the high-water mark to the ocean. This change directly affects all coastal beaches along South Carolina's shoreline by classifying them as state parks for legal and administrative purposes. The bill does not create new policies or funding but formally establishes this classification within the state code. It is currently pending in the House Committee on Agriculture, Natural Resources and Environmental Affairs.
Kathy Landing (R) Joe Bustos (R) Tom Hartnett (R) Travis Moore (R) Paul Wickensimer (R)
in committee · South Carolina · Senate Jan 29, 2026

S 871: Qualified Loan Originator

A BILL TO AMEND THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS BY AMENDING SECTION 40-58-50, RELATING TO REGULATION OF A QUALIFIED LOAN ORIGINATOR, SO AS TO PROVIDE AN EXCEPTION FOR EXPERIENCED QUALIFIED LOAN ORIGINATORS.
Jason Elliott (R)
passed · South Carolina · Senate Jan 29, 2026

S 864: St. James the Greater Catholic Church

A SENATE RESOLUTION TO CONGRATULATE ST. JAMES THE GREATER CATHOLIC MISSION UPON THE OCCASION OF ITS TWO HUNDREDTH ANNIVERSARY AND TO COMMEND THE CHURCH FOR ITS LEGACY OF FAITH AND RESILIENCE AND ITS MANY YEARS OF DEDICATED SERVICE TO THE COLLETON COUNTY COMMUNITY AND THE PEOPLE AND THE STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA.
Margie Bright Matthews (D)
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