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Introduced
05/01/2025
05/01/2025
In Committee
05/07/2025
05/07/2025
Crossed Over
05/07/2025
05/07/2025
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
126th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Amending Section 48-35-50, Relating To The State Forester Prohibiting Fires, So As To Require Notice Of The Prohibition To The South Carolina Emergency Management Division For Broadcast Of The Prohibition On All Telecommunication Devices Within South Carolina.
AI Summary
This bill amends South Carolina law to enhance communication about burn bans by requiring the State Forester, when prohibiting fires for public safety reasons, to notify the South Carolina Emergency Management Division (SCEMD) of such restrictions. The existing law already allows the State Forester to prohibit open burning, including campfires and bonfires, when deemed necessary for public safety, with exceptions for fires used for human warmth or food preparation. The new provision mandates that once the State Forester issues a fire prohibition, SCEMD must broadcast this information across all telecommunication devices in the state, ensuring widespread public awareness of the burn ban. This will help quickly disseminate critical safety information to residents and potentially reduce the risk of accidental fires during high-risk periods. The bill will take effect immediately upon the Governor's approval, providing a timely mechanism for emergency fire prevention communication.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Referred to Committee on Fish, Game and Forestry (on 05/07/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=4478&session=126&summary=B |
| BillText | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/prever/4478_20250501A.htm |
| BillText | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/prever/4478_20250501.htm |
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