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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 Adding Section 30-5-14 So As To Provide A Clerk Of Court Or Register Of Deeds Shall Not Record Any Deed Conveying Title Or Any Ownership Interest In Real Property To The Chinese Communist Party Or The People's Republic Of China, Or Any Citizen Thereof, To Provide Any Deed Recorded In Contravention Of This Subsection Is Invalid, And To Define Necessary Terms.
AI Summary
This bill amends South Carolina law to prohibit clerks of court and registers of deeds from recording any property deeds that would transfer real estate ownership to the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), the People's Republic of China (PRC), or any Chinese citizen. The bill defines the CCP and PRC broadly to include all of their related agencies, institutions, instrumentalities, and political subdivisions. If a deed is recorded that violates this prohibition, the bill stipulates that such a deed would be considered legally invalid. The legislation appears to be a state-level measure aimed at preventing Chinese entities or individuals from acquiring property in South Carolina, likely motivated by national security concerns and growing tensions between the United States and China. The bill would take effect immediately upon receiving the Governor's approval, potentially creating a significant legal barrier to property transactions involving Chinese parties in the state.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Referred to Committee on Labor, Commerce and Industry (on 01/13/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=4787&session=126&summary=B |
| BillText | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/prever/4787_20251217.htm |
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