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SC H4724
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
James Burns
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AI Summary
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Requires each county register of deeds in South Carolina to implement a free electronic notification system that alerts property owners via email within 24 hours when documents are recorded containing their name or associated with their property
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Notifications must include a general description of the recorded document, a unique reference number, and a statement advising the property owner to review the document and contact law enforcement or legal counsel if they suspect fraud
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Counties may offer additional optional notification methods such as text messages or automated phone calls, and may contract with third-party vendors or use grants to implement the system
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Provides immunity from liability for the register of deeds, county, and vendors for system failures, notification delays, or matching errors, except in cases of gross negligence or intentional misconduct
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Implementation deadline set for July 1, 2027, unless extended by the General Assembly
Legislative Description
Property Recording Notification Systems
Last Action
Member(s) request name added as sponsor: Duncan
2/11/2026