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SC H5001

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/22/2026

Primary Sponsor

Thomas Beach

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Origin

House of Representatives

126th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Requires all driver's license examinations administered by the South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles to be in English only
  • Prohibits the DMV from providing interpreters or translation services for any driver's license examination
  • Permits the use of American Sign Language for deaf or hard of hearing applicants, provided the examination content remains in English
  • Amends Section 56-1-130 of the South Carolina Code regarding license issuance and examinations
  • Takes effect upon approval by the Governor

Legislative Description

Driver's license

Last Action

Referred to Committee on Education and Public Works

1/22/2026

Committee Referrals

Education and Public Works1/22/2026

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