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SC H4967

SC H4967
Inmate welfare notices


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Introduced
01/15/2026
In Committee
01/15/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

126th General Assembly

Bill Summary

Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Adding Section 24-3-990 So As To Provide State And Local Detention And Correctional Facilities Must Provide Welfare Notices To Family Members Of Inmates Upon Request.

AI Summary

This bill requires state and local detention and correctional facilities in South Carolina to provide "welfare notices" to an inmate's family members if they request them, with these notices needing to include information about the inmate's physical and mental health, and their safety status.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Referred to Committee on Judiciary (on 01/15/2026)

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