South Carolina Bills

passed · South Carolina · Senate Mar 4, 2026

S 967: Clemson Day

This Senate resolution designates March 3, 2026, as "Clemson Day" in South Carolina. It formally recognizes Clemson University's historical significance and contributions to the state, including its economic impact and role as a land-grant institution. The resolution directs the South Carolina Senate to present a copy to Clemson University's interim president. It has no binding policy effects or direct impact on residents, as it is a symbolic recognition.

Thomas Alexander (R) Carlisle Kennedy (R) Shane Massey (R) Jason Elliott (R) Shane Martin (R)

passed · South Carolina · House Mar 4, 2026

H 4762: School volunteer chaplains and historical displays

A BILL TO AMEND THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS BY ADDING SECTION 59-1-335 SO AS TO AUTHORIZE SCHOOL DISTRICTS AND CHARTER SCHOOLS TO IMPLEMENT CERTAIN VOLUNTEER SCHOOL CHAPLAIN POLICIES; AND BY ADDING SECTION 59-1-485 SO AS TO PROVIDE FOR THE DISPLAY OF THE TEN COMMANDMENTS AND OTHER HISTORICAL DOCUMENTS IN PUBLIC SCHOOL AND POSTSECONDARY CLASSROOMS.

passed · South Carolina · House Mar 4, 2026

H 4468: Local advisory councils for educating students with disabilities

A BILL TO AMEND THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS BY ADDING SECTION 59-33-55 SO AS TO PROVIDE FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF LOCAL ADVISORY COUNCILS FOR EDUCATING STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES FOR EACH SCHOOL DISTRICT AND CHARTER SCHOOL AUTHORIZER BY ITS RESPECTIVE GOVERNING BODY; TO PROVIDE FOR THE MEMBERSHIP, COMPOSITION, DUTIES, AND PURPOSES OF LOCAL ADVISORY COUNCILS; TO PROVIDE ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT FOR LOCAL ADVISORY COUNCILS; AND TO PROVIDE DEADLINES FOR THE CREATION OF RELATED MODEL BYLAWS, THE SUBMISSION OF LOCAL ADVISORY COUNCIL BYLAWS FOR APPROVAL, AND THE FIRST MEETINGS OF EACH LOCAL ADVISORY COUNCIL.

Topics ✓ Education

passed · South Carolina · Senate Mar 3, 2026

S 970: SCORE SC

This bill is a Senate resolution that formally recognizes and honors the Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE) for its contributions to small businesses in South Carolina. The resolution acknowledges SCORE's role in providing free mentorship and training to entrepreneurs across the state through multiple branch offices. It does not create new laws or funding but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of SCORE's work supporting small business growth and job creation.