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SC H5248

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/24/2026

Primary Sponsor

Thomas Pope

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Origin

House of Representatives

126th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Driver's licenses and identification cards issued to non-U.S. citizens in South Carolina must conspicuously display "Limited Term" on the card.

  • Identification documents from the Department of Motor Vehicles containing "Limited Term" are not acceptable forms of voter identification at polling places.

  • License and ID card holders must notify the DMV within ten days of permanently moving, legally changing their name, or becoming a U.S. citizen.

  • The DMV will provide one free replacement license or ID card per issuance cycle when changes are made; subsequent replacements require payment of standard fees.

  • Sections 1 and 2 take effect upon the Governor's approval, while Section 3 (notification requirements) takes effect one year after approval.

Legislative Description

Limited term driver's licenses and identification cards

Last Action

Referred to Committee on Education and Public Works

2/24/2026

Committee Referrals

Education and Public Works2/24/2026

Full Bill Text

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