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Introduced
05/08/2025
05/08/2025
In Committee
05/08/2025
05/08/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
126th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Amending Section 54-3-10, Relating To The State Ports Authority's Board Membership, So As To Provide That At Least One Of The Members Must Be A Resident Of Berkeley, Charleston, Or Dorchester County.
AI Summary
This bill amends the existing law governing the South Carolina State Ports Authority by modifying the composition of its board of directors. Currently, the board consists of eleven members, including nine voting members appointed by the Governor, the Secretary of Transportation (or designee), and the Secretary of Commerce (or designee). The key change is that at least one of the nine voting members appointed by the Governor must now be a resident of Berkeley, Charleston, or Dorchester County. This requirement ensures that the board includes representation from the local coastal region where the ports are located. The bill maintains the board's existing powers to set policies, provide direction for the authority, and delegate duties as needed for effective port operations. The new provision will take effect on December 31, 2026, giving the Governor time to adjust future board appointments to comply with the new residency requirement.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (22)
Ed Sutton (D)*,
Brian Adams (R),
Sean Bennett (R),
Allen Blackmon (R),
Chip Campsen (R),
JD Chaplin (R),
Wes Climer (R),
Tom Fernandez (R),
Billy Garrett (R),
Michael Johnson (R),
Carlisle Kennedy (R),
Matthew Leber (R),
Shane Massey (R),
Margie Matthews (D),
Roger Nutt (R),
Harvey Peeler (R),
Rex Rice (R),
Ronnie Sabb (D),
Everett Stubbs (R),
Deon Tedder (D),
Overture Walker (D),
Jeffrey Zell (R),
Last Action
Referred to Committee on Transportation (on 05/08/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=0668&session=126&summary=B |
| BillText | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/prever/668_20250508.htm |
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