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SC H5360

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

3/11/2026

Primary Sponsor

Donald McCabe

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Origin

House of Representatives

126th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Proposes a constitutional amendment to limit South Carolina House of Representatives members to no more than four terms (8 years) and State Senators to no more than two terms (8 years)
  • Term limits apply regardless of which district a member represents within the same legislative body
  • Terms served prior to January 1, 2028 elections would not count toward the limit, effectively grandfathering current service
  • Service of more than half a term counts as a full term for purposes of the limit
  • Requires voter approval at the next general election for representatives through a ballot referendum

Legislative Description

Term limits for members of General Assembly

Last Action

Referred to Committee on Judiciary

3/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary3/11/2026

Full Bill Text

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