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SC H4696
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
John Mccravy
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AI Summary
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Increases the maximum age for infants who may be legally left at a safe haven from 60 days old to one year old
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Maintains criminal prosecution immunity for parents (or those acting at a parent's direction) who leave an infant at a safe haven, provided the child is placed in the physical custody of a staff member
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Defines safe havens as hospitals, hospital outpatient facilities, law enforcement agencies, fire stations, emergency medical services stations, or staffed houses of worship during staffed hours
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Takes effect upon approval by the Governor
Legislative Description
Infant Save Haven Placement
Last Action
Member(s) request name added as sponsor: White
1/20/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary12/16/2025
Full Bill Text
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