Loading chat...
SC H4766
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Marvin Smith
Click for details
AI Summary
-
Creates a legal framework for Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs) in South Carolina by adding Chapter 58 to Title 33, recognizing DAOs as a form of limited liability company
-
Requires DAOs to file articles of organization with the Secretary of State, specify either member-managed or algorithmically managed governance, and include "DAO," "LAO," or "LLC" in their name
-
Protects DAO members from personal liability for organization debts and obligations, except in cases of fraud, knowing law violations, or willful misconduct
-
Mandates annual reporting to the Secretary of State including operational status, governance updates, smart contract changes, and major security incidents
-
Requires DAOs to comply with applicable federal securities and commodities laws, as well as anti-money laundering and know-your-customer requirements when applicable
Legislative Description
SC Decentralized Autonomous Organization Act
Last Action
Referred to Committee on Labor, Commerce and Industry
1/13/2026