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SC H4651
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Sarita Edgerton
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AI Summary
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Requires courts to order reimbursement to a targeted parent when the other party is found to have engaged in parental alienation, covering attorney's fees, supervised visitation costs, reunification therapy, counseling, and court-appointed professional fees
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Prohibits courts from waiving reimbursement unless clear and convincing evidence shows it would cause undue financial hardship on the offending party that substantially outweighs the child's best interest in accountability
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Allows reimbursement orders in addition to other available remedies, including modification of custody, visitation, or parental responsibilities
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Adds new Section 63-15-115 to the S.C. Code governing actions affecting parent-child relationships
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Takes effect upon Governor's approval
Legislative Description
Child Custody
Last Action
Referred to Committee on Judiciary
1/13/2026