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Introduced
02/25/2025
02/25/2025
In Committee
05/08/2025
05/08/2025
Crossed Over
05/07/2025
05/07/2025
Passed
02/27/2026
02/27/2026
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
03/05/2026
03/05/2026
Introduced Session
126th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Enacting The "prothonotary Warbler Recognition Act" By Adding Section 1-1-613 So As To Designate The Prothonotary Warbler (protonotaria Citrea) As The Official State Migratory Bird Of South Carolina. - Ratified Title
AI Summary
This bill, known as the "Prothonotary Warbler Recognition Act," officially designates the Prothonotary Warbler (Protonotaria citrea) as the state migratory bird of South Carolina, adding a new section to the state's code of laws. The Prothonotary Warbler is a vibrant yellow songbird that annually travels between South Carolina and its wintering grounds, relying on the state's wetlands and bottomland hardwood forests for crucial breeding and feeding habitats. Its presence serves as an indicator of the health of these vital wetland ecosystems, and recognizing it as the state migratory bird aims to highlight South Carolina's commitment to conservation, ecotourism, and the preservation of its natural heritage for future generations.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources, Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Act No. 98 (on 03/05/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=0383&session=126&summary=B |
| BillText | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/prever/383_20260219.htm |
| BillText | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/prever/383_20260218.htm |
| BillText | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/prever/383_20250430.htm |
| Fiscal Note - S0383 2025-02-25 Introduced | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/fiscalimpactstatements/S0383%202025-02-25%20introduced.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/prever/383_20250225.htm |
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