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SC H5010
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/22/2026
Primary Sponsor
Carla Schuessler
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AI Summary
- Expands the Board of Architectural Examiners from six to nine members by adding three registered interior designer positions
- Creates a new professional designation of "Registered Interior Designer" with defined scope of practice including space planning, nonstructural interior elements, egress design, and code compliance
- Establishes registration requirements for interior designers: completion of an interior design degree, supervised professional experience, and passing all three sections of the NCIDQ Examination
- Excludes from interior design practice any work involving structural systems, fire-rated assemblies, building envelope, mechanical/electrical systems, and fire safety systems
- Requires registered interior designers to obtain a seal reading "Registered Interior Designer, State of South Carolina" and authorizes them to sign and seal interior technical submissions for permit applications
Legislative Description
Interior Designers
Last Action
Referred to Committee on Labor, Commerce and Industry
1/22/2026
Committee Referrals
Labor, Commerce and Industry1/22/2026
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