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Introduced
01/14/2026
01/14/2026
In Committee
01/14/2026
01/14/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
126th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Adding Section 44-7-375 So As To Require Hospitals To Report To The Department Of Environmental Services And The Department Of Public Health If They Have Provided Treatment Or Services To A Patient Who Has Been Diagnosed With Any Infection Caused By Naegleria Fowleri.
AI Summary
This bill requires hospitals in South Carolina to immediately report to the Director of the Department of Environmental Services and the Director of the Department of Public Health if they treat a patient diagnosed with an infection caused by *Naegleria fowleri*, a rare and often fatal brain-eating amoeba that can cause primary amoebic meningoencephalitis. This new reporting requirement aims to enhance public health monitoring and response to this specific type of infection.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Committee on Medical, Military, Public and Municipal Affairs (on 01/14/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=4928&session=126&summary=B |
| BillText | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/prever/4928_20260114.htm |
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