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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
126th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Amending Section 56-2-90, Relating To The Operation Of Golf Carts, So As To Provide That Golf Cart Passengers Under Twelve Years Old Are Exempt From Wearing Safety Belts Under Certain Circumstances.
AI Summary
This bill amends South Carolina state law regarding safety belt requirements for golf cart passengers under twelve years old. Specifically, the bill modifies Section 56-2-90(E) to exempt passengers under twelve from wearing safety belts when a golf cart is being operated on public streets and highways, with one key exception: this exemption does not apply to golf carts owned by a golf course that are being used to play golf on the same course. The current law previously required all passengers under twelve to wear fastened safety belts while riding on golf carts in public areas. The bill will take effect immediately upon receiving the Governor's approval, potentially giving families and golf course operators more flexibility in managing safety belt use for young golf cart passengers.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
House E.P.W K-12 Subcommittee (10:30:00 2/24/2026 Blatt Room 433) (on 02/24/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=4688&session=126&summary=B |
| Fiscal Note - H4688 2026-01-13 Introduced | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/fiscalimpactstatements/H4688%202026-01-13%20introduced.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/prever/4688_20251217.htm |
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