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SC S0619

Bill

Status

Engrossed

2/19/2026

Primary Sponsor

Michael Gambrell

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Origin

Senate

126th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 38-27-610 of the South Carolina Code regarding the priority of distribution for claims during insurer liquidation proceedings

  • Adds "funding agreements" to Class 2 priority claims alongside life insurance and annuity policies, ensuring holders receive the same treatment as policyholders

  • Class 2 claims include losses incurred, loss claims, third party claims, and guaranty association claims, with death proceeds, annuity proceeds, and investment values treated as loss claims

  • Bill introduced by Senators Gambrell and Turner, first read April 29, 2025, and reported favorably by the Senate Banking and Insurance Committee on February 12, 2026

Legislative Description

Insurer liquidation

Last Action

Referred to Committee on Labor, Commerce and Industry

2/24/2026

Committee Referrals

Labor, Commerce and Industry2/24/2026
Banking and Insurance4/29/2025

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