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SC S0782
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Shane Massey
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AI Summary
- Amends Section 5-1-30 of South Carolina Code governing municipal incorporation requirements
- Authorizes the Secretary of State to use any reliable and verifiable information based on the latest official U.S. Census to determine population density for proposed municipalities
- Expands acceptable data sources to include full census blocks, sub census blocks, special census areas identified by the U.S. Census Bureau, and reapportionment data used for redistricting
- Maintains the existing requirement of at least 300 persons per square mile for municipal incorporation
- Takes effect upon approval by the Governor
Legislative Description
Determination of Population Density for Municipal Incorporation
Last Action
Referred to Committee on Judiciary
1/13/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary1/13/2026
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