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SC S0897
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/5/2026
Primary Sponsor
Margie Matthews
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AI Summary
- Removes the religious exemption for the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine for children attending public schools in South Carolina, while retaining medical exemptions
- Requires students receiving Education Scholarship Trust Fund grants to have either completed MMR vaccination (at least two doses) or obtained a medical exemption
- Adds MMR vaccination or medical exemption as an eligibility requirement for children seeking state scholarship grants to attend private schools
- Mandates at least two doses of MMR vaccine for attendance at any South Carolina public institution of higher learning, with no exemptions specified
- Takes effect upon approval by the Governor
Legislative Description
Measels Vaccine Required to Attend Public School
Last Action
Referred to Committee on Medical Affairs
2/5/2026
Committee Referrals
Medical Affairs2/5/2026
Full Bill Text
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