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SC H5130

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/10/2026

Primary Sponsor

Cody Mitchell

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Origin

House of Representatives

126th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Prohibits the South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles from disclosing an individual's personal information without express consent for requests that don't qualify under federal Driver's Privacy Protection Act exceptions (18 U.S.C. 2721(b))

  • Requires the DMV to establish waiver procedures where non-exempt requests trigger a mailed notification to the individual whose information was requested

  • Individuals must be informed of the request and that their information will only be released if they waive their privacy rights under federal law

  • DMV must implement the waiver procedures within 60 days of the act's effective date and provide written notification and copies of procedures to the General Assembly

  • Takes effect upon Governor's approval

Legislative Description

DMV, disclosure of personal information

Last Action

Member(s) request name added as sponsor: Crawford, J.Moore, Guest

3/9/2026

Committee Referrals

Education and Public Works2/10/2026

Full Bill Text

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