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Introduced
04/09/2025
04/09/2025
In Committee
04/09/2025
04/09/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
126th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Amending Section 7-13-25, Relating To Early Voting, So As To Delete Provisions Excluding Presidential Preference Primaries From Applications Of This Section.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to modify South Carolina's election laws by removing a current provision that explicitly excludes presidential preference primaries from early voting regulations. Specifically, the bill would delete language in Section 7-13-25(L) that currently states "The provisions of this section do not apply to presidential preference primaries held pursuant to Section 7-11-20." By removing this exclusion, the bill would effectively extend early voting provisions to presidential preference primaries, allowing voters more flexibility in how and when they can cast their ballots for presidential primary candidates. The change would standardize early voting procedures for presidential preference primaries with other types of elections in South Carolina. The bill would take effect immediately upon receiving the Governor's approval, potentially expanding voter access and convenience for participating in presidential primary elections.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Referred to Committee on Judiciary (on 04/09/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=4340&session=126&summary=B |
| BillText | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/prever/4340_20250409.htm |
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