Bill > S0082

This bill amends South Carolina law by requiring the United States flag and the South Carolina state flag to be displayed at all polling locations throughout the state, while explicitly prohibiting any other flags from being shown in these areas. The Department of Administration will be responsible for purchasing appropriate flags for all polling locations and ensuring their display, with the associated costs to be covered by funds already appropriated to the department. The bill will take effect immediately upon receiving the Governor's approval, aiming to standardize and formalize flag display at voting sites across the state. By mandating the presence of only the national and state flags at polling places, the legislation seeks to create a neutral and consistent visual environment for voters, potentially reinforcing the official and nonpartisan nature of voting locations.

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https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=82&session=126&summary=B