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SC H4970

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/15/2026

Primary Sponsor

Wendell Gilliard

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Origin

House of Representatives

126th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Tenants convicted of crimes unrelated to drugs or firearms must be given three months to relocate after conviction before eviction can proceed
  • Landlords must store the tenant's personal property for an additional 30 days if the tenant cannot remove belongings within the three-month relocation period
  • Amends South Carolina Code Title 27, Chapter 40 (Residential Landlord and Tenant Act) by adding Section 27-40-350
  • Takes effect upon approval by the Governor

Legislative Description

Renters Fairness Act

Last Action

Referred to Committee on Judiciary

1/15/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary1/15/2026

Full Bill Text

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