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Introduced
02/10/2026
02/10/2026
In Committee
02/10/2026
02/10/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
126th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Amending Section 56-5-1538, Relating To Emergency Scene Management, So As To Provide Persons Charged With Violations Of This Section Are Eligible To Enroll In A Traffic Education Program (tep).
AI Summary
This bill amends Section 56-5-1538 of the South Carolina Code of Laws, which deals with emergency scene management, specifically concerning violations related to endangering emergency services personnel or authorized emergency vehicles. The key provision of this bill is that individuals charged with violating this section will now be eligible to enroll in a Traffic Education Program, or TEP, which is a program designed to educate drivers on traffic laws and safe driving practices, offering an alternative to immediate penalties for certain traffic offenses.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Committee on Education and Public Works (on 02/10/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=5135&session=126&summary=B |
| BillText | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess126_2025-2026/prever/5135_20260210.htm |
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