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SC H4678

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

David Martin

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Origin

House of Representatives

126th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Allows law enforcement officer candidates to hold a valid driver's license from any U.S. jurisdiction, removing the previous requirement for a South Carolina state license
  • Directs the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy to eliminate any requirements that officers hold a South Carolina driver's license or reside in the state as conditions for certification or employment
  • Addresses recruitment challenges for border communities, specifically citing the Town of Fort Mill's workforce shortages
  • Notes that neighboring states like North Carolina already permit cross-border employment without residency limitations
  • Takes effect upon approval by the Governor

Legislative Description

Law enforcement recruitment

Last Action

Member(s) request name added as sponsor: Terribile

1/28/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary12/16/2025

Full Bill Text

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