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Introduced
02/13/2025
02/13/2025
In Committee
02/13/2025
02/13/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
126th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Adding Section 56-5-3910 So As To Provide That It Is Unlawful For A Person To Smoke A Tobacco Product In A Motor Vehicle In Which There Is A Twelve-year-old Or Younger Passenger And To Provide For A Penalty.
AI Summary
This bill amends South Carolina law by creating a new section in the state vehicle code that makes it illegal to smoke any tobacco product in a motor vehicle when a passenger 12 years old or younger is present. The bill defines a "tobacco product" as any product containing tobacco that is intended for human consumption, and establishes a penalty of up to $100 for each violation. The purpose of the legislation appears to be protecting children from secondhand smoke exposure while traveling in vehicles, which can have significant health risks for young passengers. The new law would take effect immediately upon receiving the Governor's approval, creating a legal deterrent to smoking around children in cars and potentially encouraging healthier behavior among adults who transport children.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Senate Transportation Subcomittee (11:00:00 3/12/2025 Gressette Room 308) (on 03/12/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=0340&session=126&summary=B |
| Fiscal Note - S0340 2025-02-13 Introduced | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/fiscalimpactstatements/S0340%202025-02-13%20introduced.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/prever/340_20250213.htm |
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