Proposed Regulations

Document No. 5419 DEPARTMENT OF LABOR, LICENSING AND REGULATION SOUTH CAROLINA BOARD OF LONG TERM HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATORS CHAPTER 93 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 40-1-70 and 40-35-60 93-50. General Definitions. 93-60. Board of Examiners; Officers and Duties. 93-65. Operating a Facility without a License. 93-70. Additional combination of education and experience acceptable by the Board; Criminal Background Check; Completion of probation or parole. 93-75. Health Services Executive Qualification. (New) 93-80. Administrator-in-Training Program Requirements. 93-100. Fees [and Fee Sche…

Document No. 5418 DEPARTMENT OF LABOR, LICENSING AND REGULATION BUILDING CODES COUNCIL CHAPTER 8 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 6-9-40 and 40-1-70 8-1100. National Electrical Code. Preamble: The South Carolina Building Codes Council proposes to amend Chapter 8, Article 11, to incorporate the modifications to the 2024 South Carolina Building Codes, the 2023 Edition of the National Electrical Code. Section-by-Section Discussion: Title. Strike 2020 and replace with 2023. 8-1100. Strike 2020 and replace with 2023 in two places. 8-1103. Add “following” before “locations”. Replace period wi…

Document No. 5417 DEPARTMENT OF LABOR, LICENSING AND REGULATION BUILDING CODES COUNCIL CHAPTER 8 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 6-9-40, 6-9-50, and 6-9-55 8-1200. International Residential Code. Preamble: The South Carolina Building Codes Council proposes to amend Chapter 8, Article 12, to reflect modifications to the 2024 South Carolina Building Codes, the International Residential Code. Section-by-Section Discussion: Title. Strike 2021 and replace with 2024. 8-1200. Strike 2021 and replace with 2024 in two places. 8-1201. No change to definition of accepted engineering practices. Ad…

Document No. 5416 DEPARTMENT OF LABOR, LICENSING AND REGULATION BUILDING CODES COUNCIL CHAPTER 8 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 6-9-40, 6-9-50, and 6-9-55 8-1400. International Plumbing Code. Preamble: The South Carolina Building Codes Council proposes to amend Chapter 8, Article 14, to reflect modifications to the 2024 South Carolina Building Codes, the International Plumbing Code. Section-by-Section Discussion: Title. Change 2021 to 2024. 8-1400. Change 2021 International Plumbing Code to 2024 in two places. 8-1401. Remove “ally” from “automatic” under the definition of Water Dispen…

Document No. 5414 PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION CHAPTER 103 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Section 58-3-140 103-833. Written Interrogatories and Request for Production of Documents and Things. Preamble: The Public Service Commission proposes to amend Regulation 103-833, which relates to discovery and written interrogatories and requests for production of documents and things, to state with specificity that Rule 26 of the South Carolina Rules of Civil Procedure (General Provisions Governing Discovery) governs material that is discoverable and material that is not discoverable. The proposed amendmen…

Document No. 5413 STATE FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AUTHORITY CHAPTER 19 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Section 1-11-370, repealed by 2022 Act No. 202, effective May 16, 2022 19-103. Regulations on allocation of State Ceiling on Issuance of Private Activity Bonds. Preamble: The State Fiscal Accountability Authority (“Authority”) proposes the repeal of R.19-103 to include R.19-103.01 through 19-103.10. Originally authorized by 1984 Act No. 512, Part II, Section 39 and codified in 1976 Code Section 1-11-370, R.19-103 describes the formula and procedure for allocating the states’ ceiling on the issuanc…

Document No. 5412 UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA CHAPTER 119 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 56-21-10 et seq. Chapter 119. University of South Carolina. Preamble: The University of South Carolina Parking and Transportation Services proposes to amend Chapter 119 to update the current regulations, so they reflect current university practices and make minor, technical updates. The Notice of Drafting was published in the State Register on September 26, 2025. The proposed amendment will require legislative review. Section-by-Section Discussion: 119-1. This section is amended by updating the n…

Document No. 5408 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH CHAPTER 60 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 44-7-110 through 44-7-394, 44-37-40, 44-37-50, 44-41-70(a), and 63-7-40 R.60-16. Minimum Standards for Licensing Hospitals and Institutional General Infirmaries. Preamble : Pursuant to R.60-16, Minimum Standards for Licensing Hospitals and Institutional General Infirmaries, the Department of Public Health (Department) licenses and regulates hospitals and institutional general infirmaries to ensure high quality services and that safe treatment is provided. The Department proposes amending R.60-16 to…

Document No. 5407 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH CHAPTER 60 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 44-70-10 et seq. 60-122. Standards for Licensing In-Home Care Providers. Preamble : Pursuant to R.60-122, Standards for Licensing In-Home Care Providers , the Department of Public Health (Department) establishes and enforces the standards for the licensure, maintenance, and operation of in-home care providers (IHCPs). The Department proposes amending the regulation to update and revise provisions regarding licensure, to include application procedures, criminal record checks and drug testing of appl…

Document No. 5406 SOUTH CAROLINA AERONAUTICS COMMISSION CHAPTER 4 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 55-1-1 et seq., 55-5-80 (A), 55-5-80 (N), and 55-5-280 (D) 4-1. Definitions. (New) 4-2. Requirements, Limitations, and Eligibility. (New) 4-3. Capital Improvement Program. (New) 4-4. Airport Grant Program. (New) 4-5. South Carolina Aeronautics Commission Grant Assurances. (New) 4-6. Request for Review. (New) 4-7. Purpose and Applicability. (New) 4-8. Airport Maps and Master Planning. (New) 4-9. Airport Master Plans. (New) 4-10. Zoning Required. (New) 4-11. Process for Land Use Review. (New…

Document No. 5405 STATE COMMISSION ON HIGHER EDUCATION CHAPTER 62 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Section 59-104-20 62-300 - 62-375. Palmetto Fellows Scholarship Program. Preamble: The South Carolina Commission on Higher Education proposes the following revisions to Chapter 62 regulation, R.62-300 through 62-375, Palmetto Fellows Scholarship Program. Revisions to the existing regulation for the Palmetto Fellows Scholarship and Palmetto Fellows Scholarship Enhancement Program are being considered to clarify the policies and procedures for administrating the program. In the proposed amendments, t…

Document No. 5403 STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION CHAPTER 43 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 59-5-60, 59-1-445, 59-1-447, 59-18-310(B), and 59-18-325 43-100. Test Security. Preamble: Regulation 43-100 outlines test security directions for administration of the statewide assessment program. The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) proposes to update language in the regulation. Specifically, S.C. Code Ann. Section 59-18-325 (2014) requires college entrance and career readiness assessments and summative assessments to be administered to all students in a computer-based format except for…

Document No. 5402 STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION CHAPTER 43 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Section 59-40-180 43-601. Procedures and Standards for Review of Charter School Applications. Preamble: The State Board of Education proposes to amend R.43-601 Procedures and Standards for Review of Charter School Applications. The proposed change will reorganize the charter school regulation to increase clarity, transparency and effectiveness of implementation. Section-by-Section Discussion: 43-601. Procedures and Standards for Review of Charter School Applications. – new numbered section 43-605. Application …

Document No. 5401 DEPARTMENT OF LABOR, LICENSING AND REGULATION STATE BOARD OF MEDICAL EXAMINERS CHAPTER 81 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 40-1-70, 40-47-5, 40-47-10, 40-47-70, and 40-47-1230 81-600. Code of Ethics for Anesthesiologist’s Assistants. (New) Preamble: The South Carolina Board of Medical Examiners proposes adding regulations regarding anesthesiologist’s assistants including, but not limited to, a code of ethics. Section-by-Section Discussion: 81-600. New section establishing a code of ethics for anesthesiologist’s assistants. (New) ANotice of Drafting was published in the…

Document No. 5400 DEPARTMENT OF LABOR, LICENSING AND REGULATION MASSAGE THERAPY BOARD CHAPTER 77 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 40-1-70, 40-30-30, 40-30-50, 40-30-113, 40-30-120, 40-30-140, 40-30-150, 40-30-160, 40-30-180, and 40-30-190 77-106. Endorsement. 77-107. Reactivation of an Inactive License. 77-141. Massage Therapy Establishment and Sole Practitioner Establishment Operations. 77-150. Sole Practitioner Establishment Licenses. 77-151. Residential Licensed Establishments. Preamble: The South Carolina Board of Massage Therapy proposes to amend its regulations to update and revis…

Document No. 5399 DEPARTMENT OF LABOR, LICENSING AND REGULATION CHAPTER 10 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 40-1-50, 40-85-60, and 40-85-70 10-43. Board of Genetic Counselors. Preamble: The South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation proposes to amend existing fees and add renewal fees for licensure of Genetic Counselors in Chapter 10 of the South Carolina Code of Regulations. Section-by-Section Discussion: 10-43. Board of Genetic Counselors. No change. (A). No change. (A)(1). Change $600 to $400 (A)(2). Change $600 to $400 (A)(3). Change TBD to $350. (A)(4). Change $30…

Document No. 5393 STATE BOARD OF FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS CHAPTER 15 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Section 34-1-60 15-39D. Non-interest Bearing Negotiable Order of Withdrawal (NINOW) Accounts by State-charted Savings and Loan Associations. Preamble: The South Carolina State Board of Financial Institutions proposes to repeal R.15-39D as unnecessary because Section 34-28-500 of the South Carolina Code already allows these types of accounts. Section-by-Section Discussion: 15-39D Non-interest Bearing Negotiable Order of Withdrawal (NINOW) Accounts by State-charted Savings and Loan Associations. R.1…

Document No. 5381 SOUTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ARCHIVES AND HISTORY CHAPTER 12 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 30-1-90(B) and 30-1-100(D) 12-901 - 12-906.16. General Retention Schedules for School Districts. PROPOSED REGULATIONS 39 South Carolina State Register Vol. 49, Issue 6 June 27, 2025 Preamble: Section 30-1-90(B) of the Code of Laws, 1976, as amended, eliminates the requirement that the general schedules be developed as state regulations, and general schedules may now be issued by the South Carolina Department of Archives and History (SCDAH). Therefore, SCDAH proposes to repeal …

Document No. 5380 SOUTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ARCHIVES AND HISTORY CHAPTER 12 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 30-1-90(B) and 30-1-100(D) 12-700 - 12-757. General Retention Schedule for State Financial Records. Preamble: Section 30-1-90(B) of the Code of Laws, 1976, as amended, eliminates the requirement that the general schedules be developed as state regulations, and general schedules may now be issued by the South Carolina Department of Archives and History (SCDAH). Therefore, SCDAH proposes to repeal Regulations 12-700 through 12-757 in their entirety and to add instructional langu…

Document No. 5379 SOUTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ARCHIVES AND HISTORY CHAPTER 12 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 30-1-90(B) and 30-1-100(D) 12-800 - 12-819.10. General Retention Schedule for State Colleges and Universities. Preamble: Section 30-1-90(B) of the Code of Laws, 1976, as amended, eliminates the requirement that the general schedules be developed as state regulations, and general schedules may now be issued by the South Carolina Department of Archives and History (SCDAH). Therefore, SCDAH proposes to repeal Regulations 12-800 through 12-819.10 in their entirety and to add instr…

Document No. 5378 SOUTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ARCHIVES AND HISTORY CHAPTER 12 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 30-1-90(B) and 30-1-100(D) 12-300 - 12-336. General Retention Schedule for State Administrative Records. Preamble: Section 30-1-90(B) of the Code of Laws, 1976, as amended, eliminates the requirement that the general schedules be developed as state regulations, and general schedules may now be issued by the South Carolina Department of Archives and History (SCDAH). Therefore, SCDAH proposes to repeal Regulations 12-300 through 12-336 in their entirety and to add instructional …

Document No. 5377 SOUTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ARCHIVES AND HISTORY CHAPTER 12 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 30-1-90(B) and 30-1-100(D) 12-1200 - 12-1206. General Retention Schedule for Electronic Records Common to Most State Agencies/Institutions. Preamble: Section 30-1-90(B) of the Code of Laws, 1976, as amended, eliminates the requirement that the general schedules be developed as state regulations, and general schedules may now be issued by the South Carolina Department of Archives and History (SCDAH). Therefore, SCDAH proposes to repeal Regulations 12-1200 through 12-1206 in the…

Document No. 5376 SOUTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ARCHIVES AND HISTORY CHAPTER 12 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 30-1-90(B) and 30-1-100(D) 12-601 - 12-611.11. General Retention Schedules for Municipal Records. Preamble: Section 30-1-90(B) of the Code of Laws, 1976, as amended, eliminates the requirement that the general schedules be developed as state regulations, and general schedules may now be issued by the South Carolina Department of Archives and History (SCDAH). Therefore, SCDAH proposes to repeal Regulations 12-601 through 12-611.11 in their entirety and to add instructional lang…

Document No. 5375 SOUTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ARCHIVES AND HISTORY CHAPTER 12 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 30-1-90(B) and 30-1-100(D) 12-500 - 12-518.3. General Retention Schedules for County Records. Preamble: Section 30-1-90(B) of the Code of Laws, 1976, as amended, eliminates the requirement that the general schedules be developed as state regulations, and general schedules may now be issued by the South Carolina Department of Archives and History (SCDAH). Therefore, SCDAH proposes to repeal Regulations 12-500 through 12-518.3 in their entirety and to add instructional language …

Document No. 5374 SOUTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ARCHIVES AND HISTORY CHAPTER 12 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 30-1-90(B) and 30-1-100(D) 12-400 - 12-423. General Retention Schedule for State Personnel Records. Preamble: Section 30-1-90(B) of the Code of Laws, 1976, as amended, eliminates the requirement that the general schedules be developed as state regulations, and general schedules may now be issued by the South Carolina Department of Archives and History (SCDAH). Therefore, SCDAH proposes to repeal Regulations 12-400 through 12-423 in their entirety and to add instructional langu…

Document No. 5373 SOUTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ARCHIVES AND HISTORY CHAPTER 12 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 30-1-90(B) and 30-1-100(D) 12-1100 - 12-1124. General Retention Schedule for Data Processing Records of State Agencies/Institutions. Preamble: Section 30-1-90(B) of the Code of Laws, 1976, as amended, eliminates the requirement that the general schedules be developed as state regulations, and general schedules may now be issued by the South Carolina Department of Archives and History (SCDAH). Therefore, SCDAH proposes to repeal Regulations 12-1100 through 12-1124 in their enti…

Document No. 5371 STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION CHAPTER 43 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 59-26-10, 59-26-30, and 59-26-40 43-234. Defined Program, Grades 9-12 and Graduation Requirements. Preamble: The State Board of Education proposes to amend Regulation 43-234.I: Defined Program for Grades 9-12 and Graduation Requirements. The SCDE proposes to update language in the regulation to align with statutory changes. Specifically, §59-29-120(A) requires that “public high schools must give instruction in the essentials of the United States Constitution, the Declaration of Independence, the Emanc…

Document No. 5366 STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION CHAPTER 43 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 59-40-40, 59-40-115, and 59-40-180 43-601. Procedures and Standards for Review of Charter School Applications. Preamble: The State Board of Education proposes to amend R.43-601 Procedures and Standards for Review of Charter School Applications. The Notice of Drafting was published in the State Register on July 26, 2024. Section-by-Section Discussion: Section VIII. Sponsor Registration for Institutions of Higher Learning. Section IX. Charter School Authorizer Transfer Schedule. Notice of Public Hearing…

Document No. 5364 ATTORNEY GENERAL CHAPTER 13 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 35-1-101 et seq. 13-401. Examinations for Securities Agents, Investment Advisers, and Investment Adviser Representatives. 13-403. Broker-Dealer, Agent, Investment Adviser, and Investment Adviser Representative Registrations, Terminations, and Brochure Delivery. Preamble: The Office of the Attorney General proposes to update, amend, and promulgate regulations regarding agent and investment adviser representative exams, registrations, and continuing education requirements. The Notice of Drafting regarding this …

Document No. 5360 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION CHAPTER 63 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 57-25-800 through 57-25-830 63-339. Agritourism and Tourism-Oriented Directional Signing. Preamble: S.C. Code Sections 57-25-800 through 57-25-830 authorize SC Department of Transportation to promulgate regulations necessary for regulating the Agriculture and Tourism-oriented directional signing program. These regulations are being updated to be in compliance with the latest version of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and provide guidance based on current practices agreed upon…

Document No. 5358 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION CHAPTER 63 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Section 57-25-170 63-338. Specific Information Service Signing. Preamble: S.C. Code Section 57-25-170 authorizes SC Department of Transportation to make regulations necessary for regulation of the specific information service signing or known as the LOGO Program. These regulations are being updated to be in compliance with the new language and requirements of the latest version of the FHWA Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and to amend the criteria for FOOD sign category to include the requ…

Document No. 5352 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH CHAPTER 60 Statutory Authority: 2023 Act No. 60, effective July 1, 2024 61-3. The Practice of Selling and Fitting Hearing Aids. 61-4. Controlled Substances. 61-7. Emergency Medical Services. 61-8. Immunization Requirements for School and Childcare Attendance. 61-12. Standards for Licensing Abortion Clinics. 61-13. Standards for Licensing Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities. 61-15. Certification of Need for Health Facilities and Services. 61-16. Minimum Standards for Licensing Hospitals and Institutional Gener…

Document No. 5350 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH CHAPTER 60 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 44-7-110 et seq. 61-125. Standards for Licensing Crisis Stabilization Unit Facilities. Preamble : Pursuant to R.61-125, Standards for Licensing Crisis Stabilization Unit Facilities , the Department of Public Health (Department) establishes and enforces basic standards for the licensure, maintenance, and operation of crisis stabilization unit facilities (CSU facilities) to ensure the safe and adequate treatment of persons served in this state. The Department proposes amending R.61-125 to address ame…

Document No. 5347 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH CHAPTER 60 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 44-7-110 et seq. 61-13. Standards for Licensing Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities. Preamble : Pursuant to R.61-13, Standards for Licensing Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities , the Department of Public Health (Department) establishes and enforces basic standards for the licensure, maintenance, and operation of intermediate care facilities for individuals with intellectual disabilities (ICF/IIDs) to ensure the safe and…

Document No. 5346 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH CHAPTER 60 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 44-7-110 et seq. 61-93. Standards for Licensing Facilities for Chemically Dependent or Addicted Persons. Preamble : Pursuant to R.61-93, Standards for Licensing Facilities for Chemically Dependent or Addicted Persons , the Department of Public Health (Department) establishes and enforces basic standards for the licensure, maintenance, and operation of facilities for chemically dependent or addicted persons (CDAP facilities) to ensure the safe and adequate treatment of persons served in this state. …

Document No. 5345 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH CHAPTER 60 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 44-70-10 et seq. 61-122. Standards for Licensing In-Home Care Providers. Preamble : Pursuant to R.61-122, Standards for Licensing In-Home Care Providers , the Department of Public Health (Department) establishes and enforces the standards for the licensure, maintenance, and operation of in-home care providers (IHCPs). The Department proposes amending the regulation to update and revise provisions regarding licensure, to include application procedures, criminal record checks and drug testing of appl…

Document No. 5336 DEPARTMENT OF LABOR, LICENSING AND REGULATION SOUTH CAROLINA BOARD OF LONG TERM HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATORS CHAPTER 93 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 40-1-70 and 40-35-60 93-50. General Definitions. 93-60. Board of Examiners; Officers and Duties. 93-65. Operating a Facility without a License. 93-70. Additional combination of education and experience acceptable by the Board; Criminal Background Check; Completion of probation or parole. 93-75. Health Services Executive Qualification. (New) 93-80. Administrator-in-Training Program Requirements. 93-100. Fees [and Fee Sche…

Document No. 5315 DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES CHAPTER 114 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 43-1-80 and 63-9-1700 through 1810 114-4380. Supplemental Benefits for Adoption and Medical Assistance. Preamble: The State of South Carolina aims to support adoption laws by making possible through public supplemental benefits the most appropriate adoption of each child certified by the Department of Social Services as requiring a supplemental benefit to assure adoption. The Department of Social Services is charged with promulgating regulations to carry out the State’s purpose; and therefore, i…

Document No. 5314 DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES CHAPTER 114 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Section 63-13-180 114-500 through 114-509. Regulations for the Licensing of Child Care Centers. Preamble: The Department of Social Services is proposing to amend South Carolina Code of Regulations 114-500 to 114-509 to establish and maintain standards for licensed child care centers that are reasonably aligned with recommended standards of national organizations and which further the Department’s mission to establish and maintain standards that protect the health, safety, and well-being of children recei…

Document No. 5313 DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES CHAPTER 114 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Section 43-1-80 114-140. Foster Care. 114-150. Adoptions. Preamble: The Department of Social Services is proposing to amend South Carolina Code of Regulations 114-140 and 114-150 which outline the fair hearings process for adverse decisions related to foster care and adoptions, respectively. The regulations are being reviewed and amended to clarify the appeal rights of foster parents. The proposed amendments are necessary promote consistency in the application of a fair hearings process for adverse decis…

Document No. 5308 DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES CHAPTER 114 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Section 63-11-30 114-4910. Child Placing Agencies; Definitions and Application Procedures. 114-4920. Administration and Organization of Child Placing Agencies. 114-4930. Requirements for Licenses and Types of Licenses. 114-4940. Relicensing Procedures. 114-4950. Confidentiality Requirements. 114-4960. Personnel Requirements. 114-4970. Child Placing Agency Records. 114-4980. Procedures and Practices of Child Placing Agencies. Preamble: As the administrator of the State’s foster care system, the Department…

Document No. 5303 DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES CHAPTER 114 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 43-1-80 and 63-9-360 114-4370. Certification of Adoption Investigators and Persons Obtaining Consents or Relinquishments. Preamble: The Department of Social Services is responsible for establishing and promulgating rules and regulations for the certification requirements and process for an adoption investigator. The proposed amendments will ensure that prospective investigators have the necessary educational and work experience to further the Department’s mission to promote safety, permanency, s…

Document No. 5296 DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES CHAPTER 114 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Section 63-7-2320 114-551. Kinship Foster Family Home and Kinship Adoptive Home Standards. (New) Preamble: On September 28, 2023, the United States Department of Health and Human Services, Administration on Children and Families, issued a final rule amending 45 CFR Section 1355.20 to allow agencies to claim Title IV-E federal financial participation for the cost of foster care maintenance payments on behalf of an otherwise eligible child who is placed in a licensed or approved kinship foster family home …

Document No. 5275 PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION CHAPTER 103 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Section 58-3-140 103-833. Written Interrogatories and Request for Production of Documents and Things. Preamble: The Public Service Commission proposes to amend Regulation 103-833. Written Interrogatories and Request for Production of Documents and Things that is contained within Chapter 103, Article 8, Practice and Procedure. Specifically, the Public Service Commission proposes the amended Regulation 103-833(A) read, “Any material relevant to the subject matter involved in the pending proceeding may be disco…

Document No. 5267 PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION CHAPTER 103 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 58-3-140, 58-9-720, and 58-9-810 103-612. Data to Be Filed with the Commission and Provided to the ORS. 103-614. Interruption of Service. 103-621. Customer Deposits. 103-623. Adjustment of Bills. 103-628. Complaints. 103-631. Directories. 103-652. Testing Facilities. 103-663. Service Standards. 103-680. Role of the Advisory Committee. 103-681. Committee Name. 103-682. Composition of the TRS Advisory Committee. 103-683. Meetings. 103-684. Commission Approval. 103-690. Designation of Eligible Telecomm…

Document No. 5260 DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES CHAPTER 123 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 50-1-200, 50-1-210, 50-11-310, 50-11-350, 50-11-390, 50-11-500, 50-11-530, 50-11-2200, and 50-11-2210 123-52. Individual Antlerless Deer Tags, Antlerless Deer Limits for Private Lands in Game Zones 1-4, and Youth Deer Hunting Day. Preamble: The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources is proposing to amend the existing regulations antlerless deer limits for private lands in Game Zone 2. The following is a section-by-section summary of the proposed changes and additions: Section-by-Sectio…

Document No. 5259 DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES CHAPTER 123 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 50-9-640, 50-11-300, 50-11-500, 50-11-510, 50-11-525, 50-11-530, 50-11-540, 50-11-544, 50-11-546, 50-11-580, and 50-11-2200 123-51. Turkey Hunting Rules and Seasons. Preamble: The Department of Natural Resources proposes to amend Regulation 123-51 “Turkey Hunting Rules and Seasons.” The subject of the proposed action is to amend the regulations to prescribe seasons, dates, bag limits, and details of hunting and taking of turkeys on Wildlife Management Areas. The following is a summary of the p…

Document No. 5255 DEPARTMENT OF LABOR, LICENSING AND REGULATION OFFICE OF ELEVATORS AND AMUSEMENT RIDES CHAPTER 71 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 41-16-140 and 41-18-120 71-4000. Purpose and Definitions. 71-4100. Maintenance of On-Site Information. 71-4200. Operation Procedures for Amusement Devices; Owners/Operator’s Responsibility. 71-4300. Operational Testing. 71-4400. Maintenance Procedures for Amusement Devices. 71-4450. Miscellaneous Safety Requirements for Amusement Rides. 71-4475. Additional Rules for Individual Amusement Devices. 71-4500. Insurance Bond, or Other Security. 71…