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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 56-1-40, Relating To Persons Who May Not Be Issued A Driver's License Or Have Their Driver's License Renewed, So As To Provide Persons Who Cannot Demonstrate Proficiency In Reading And Understanding The English Language May Not Be Issued A Driver's License Or Have Their Driver's License Renewed.
AI Summary
This bill amends Section 56-1-40 of the South Carolina Code of Laws to add a new condition under which a person cannot be issued or have renewed a driver's license: the inability to demonstrate proficiency in reading and understanding the English language. This provision is added to existing criteria that already prevent individuals from obtaining or renewing a license, such as being underage, having a suspended license, being an habitual user of alcohol or drugs, having a mental or physical condition that prevents safe operation of a vehicle, failing required examinations, not providing proof of financial responsibility, or not being a resident of South Carolina. The bill aims to ensure that all drivers can comprehend traffic laws and instructions, which are typically provided in English.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Scrivener's error corrected (on 01/30/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=4686&session=126&summary=B |
| BillText | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/prever/4686_20260130.htm |
| BillText | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/prever/4686_20251217.htm |
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