SC H3451

Lowers the legal age for purchasing, possessing, and consuming beer and wine in South Carolina from 21 to 18 years old

Amends requirements for retail beer and wine permit applicants, reducing the minimum age from 21 to 18

Updates signage requirements at retail establishments to reflect the new age limit of 18 for alcohol possession

Maintains exception allowing 18-year-old employees to serve or remove alcoholic beverages in licensed establishments, while still requiring bartenders to be at least 18 (changed from 21)

Takes effect upon Governor's approval, with implementation beginning January 1, 2026