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Document No. 5441 DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES CHAPTER 123 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 50-1-60, 50-1-200, 50-1-220, 50-9-650, 50-11-10, 50-11-105, 50-11-300, 50-11-310, 50-11-315, 50-11-320, 50-11-365, 50-11-390, 50-11-410, 50-11-430, 50-11-500, 50-11-525, 50-11-530, 50-11-540, 50-11-544, 50-11-546, 50-11-580, 50-11-2200, and 50-11-2210 123-40. Wildlife Management Area Regulations. 123-51. Turkey Hunting Rules and Seasons. Preamble: The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources is proposing to amend the existing regulations that set seasons, bag limits and methods of huntin…

Document No. 5440 DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES CHAPTER 123 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Section 50-5-30 123-37. Verifiable Documentation for Blue Crab License Eligibility. (New) Preamble: The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) proposes to promulgate regulation relating to the determination of verifiable documentation for limited commercial blue crab license renewal eligibility as PROPOSED REGULATIONS 27 South Carolina State Register Vol. 49, Issue 11 November 28, 2025 required in Section 50-5-400(H), to create an effective and efficient process and to ensure proper, eq…

Document No. 5439 DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES CHAPTER 123 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 50-5-30 and 50-5-905 123-34. Shellfish Permits. Preamble: The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources proposes to amend Regulation 123-34(B) Shellfish Permits. The subject of the proposed action is to promulgate section 124-34(B)(2), to establish an expiration date for permit applications that do not receive an agency decision, request for additional information, or other official correspondence within twelve (12) months of the date of submission. Section-by-Section Discussion: Title. N…

Document No. 5438 SOUTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE CHAPTER 69 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 1-23-110 and 38-3-110 69-13.3. Uniform Class and Territory Plan-Motorcycles. Preamble: The Insurance Law gives the Director or his designee the authority to prescribe the standards for service to be observed by licensees transacting business in this state. That authority is also codified in the provisions referenced above. This regulation proposes the repeal of Regulation 69-13.3, Uniform Class and Territory Plan-Motorcycles because it is no longer needed. Moreover, the deductible option…

Document No. 5437 DEPARTMENT OF LABOR, LICENSING AND REGULATION SOUTH CAROLINA REAL ESTATE COMMISSION CHAPTER 105 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 40-1-50, 40-1-70, 40-57-60, 40-57-135, 40-57-320, 40-57-340, and 40-57-740 105-2. Vacation Time Sharing Ownership Plans Defined. 105-3. Sale of Vacation Time Sharing Plan Receivables. 105-4. Providers of Courses. 22 PROPOSED REGULATIONS South Carolina State Register Vol. 49, Issue 11 November 28, 2025 105-5. Application for Approval. 105-6. Course Curriculum, Approval, Attendance and Verification. 105-7. Enrollment Agreement, Policies, and Pr…

Document No. 5436 DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE CHAPTER 69 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 1-23-110 and 38-3-110 69-14. Insurance Holding Company Systems. Preamble: The Insurance Law gives the Director or his designee the authority to prescribe the standards for service to be observed by licensees transacting business in this state. That authority is also codified in the provisions referenced above. This regulation proposes to clarify the language in the regulation. ANotice of Drafting for the modification of this regulation was published in the State Register on October 24, 2025. Section-by…

Document No. 5435 DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE CHAPTER 69 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 1-23-110 and 38-3-110 69-64. Exempt Commercial Policies. Preamble: The Insurance Law gives the Director or his designee the authority to prescribe the standards for service to be observed by licensees transacting business in this state. That authority is also codified in the provisions referenced above. The Department of Insurance proposes to amend Regulation 69-64, Exempt Commercial Policies, to correct references to workers compensation insurance in the regulation and to clarify the Department’s auth…

Document No. 5434 DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE CHAPTER 69 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 1-23-110, 38-3-110, and 38-91-10 69-62. Closeout and Termination of the SCAAIP. Preamble: The Insurance Law gives the Director or his designee the authority to prescribe the standards for service to be observed by licensees transacting business in this state. That authority is also codified in the provisions referenced above. Notice of Drafting for the proposed repeal of this regulation was published in the State Register on October 24, 2025. Section-by-Section Discussion: All sections of Regulation 69…

Document No. 5433 CLEMSON UNIVERSITY CHAPTER 27 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 56-21-10, 59-119-150, and 59-119-320 27-30002.9. Nighttime Operation of Golf Carts. (New) Preamble: The proposed regulation changes will update procedures and traffic regulations related to the parking and operation, including nighttime operation, of golf carts used by students, visitors, employees, etc., on the University’s main campus. New language added to this section is intended to increase overall public safety and provide greater clarification on standards and compliance required to maintain public s…

Document No. 5432 OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR - DIVISION FOR REVIEW OF THE FOSTER CARE OF CHILDREN CHAPTER 24 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Section 63-11-700(E) 24-1. Confidentiality of Records. 24-3. Case Reviews and Identification Of Appropriate Local Review Boards. 24-5. Conflicts of Interest Involving Review Board Members. 24-7. Agencies, Child-Caring Facilities, and Residential Group Care Homes Which Shall Be Invited and Encouraged to Attend Case Reviews. 24-9. Individuals Who Shall Be Invited and Encouraged to Attend Case Reviews. 24-11. Other Parties Who Shall Be Invited and Encouraged to A…

Document No. 5431 SOUTH CAROLINA WORKERS’ COMPENSATION COMMISSION CHAPTER 67 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 1-23-110(A)(1)(c), 42-3-30, and 42-5-20 67-1507. Proof of Compliance, Irrevocable Letter of Credit. Preamble: The purpose of this proposed regulation is to clarify procedures for the acceptance, administration, and revocation of irrevocable letters of credit as proof of compliance for self-insured employers. It provides updated guidance to ensure the Commission’s ability to safeguard the payment of claims and maintain consistent standards of financial responsibility. Section-by-…

Document No. 5430 SOUTH CAROLINA WORKERS ’ COMPENSATION COMMISSION CHAPTER 67 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Section 42-3-30 67-206. Filing a Claim. Preamble: The purpose of this proposed regulation is to update and clarify procedures governing the filing of a claim with the South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Commission. The amendments define acceptable forms for filing, set forth the requirements for letters of claim, and specify the responsibilities of employers and their representatives upon notice of filing. Section-by-Section Discussion: 67-206.A. Strike “To file a claim” and replace wi…

Document No. 5429 CLEMSON UNIVERSITY CHAPTER 27 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 56-21-10, 59-119-50, and 59-119-320 27-3002.9. Nighttime Operation of Golf Carts on University Property. (New) Emergency Situation: Due to recent changes in the law related to Golf Cart operations, in particular as it relates to the hours, methods, and locations of golf cart operations. ( see Act No. 64). Clemson University needs to implement regulations for the uniformity and safety of its campus as it relates to operation of golf carts on the University’s campus. Normal University operations require a sig…

Document No. 5398 STATE BOARD OF FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS CHAPTER 15 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 1-23-120 and 34-1-60 15-34. Variable Rate Mortgages. Synopsis: The South Carolina State Board of Financial Institutions proposes to repeal R.15-34 because the federal law incorporated therein has been repealed. The Notice of Drafting was published in the State Register on June 27, 2025. The Proposed Regulation was published in the State Register on August 22, 2025. Instructions: Repeal the regulation in its entirety. Text: 15-34. Repealed. Fiscal Impact Statement: There will be no cost in…

Document No. 5397 STATE BOARD OF FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS CHAPTER 15 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 1-23-120 and 34-1-60 15-39. Trust powers. Synopsis: The South Carolina State Board of Financial Institutions proposes to repeal R.15-39 because the federal law incorporated therein has been repealed. The Notice of Drafting was published in the State Register on June 27, 2025. The Proposed Regulation was published in the State Register on August 22, 2025. Instructions: Repeal the regulation in its entirety. Text: 15-39. Repealed. FINAL REGULATIONS 47 South Carolina State Register Vol. 49, …

Document No. 5396 STATE BOARD OF FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS CHAPTER 15 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 1-23-120, 34-1-60, and 34-1-110 15-21. State Bank Investments, Fixed Assets. Synopsis: The South Carolina State Board of Financial Institutions proposes to amend R.15-21 by removing certain approval requirements for South Carolina state-chartered banks to provide parity with national institutions. 46 FINAL REGULATIONS South Carolina State Register Vol. 49, Issue 11 November 28, 2025 The Notice of Drafting was published in the State Register on June 27, 2025. The Proposed Regulation was pu…

Document No. 5395 STATE BOARD OF FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS CHAPTER 15 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Section 1-23-120, 34-1-60, and 34-1-110 15-13. State Bank Forest Tract Loans. Synopsis: The South Carolina State Board of Financial Institutions proposes to repeal R.15-13 to allow South Carolina state-chartered banks parity with national banks which do not have such restrictions. The Notice of Drafting was published in the State Register on June 27, 2025. The Proposed Regulation was published in the State Register on August 22, 2025. Instructions: Repeal the regulation in its entirety. Text: 15-1…

Document No. 5394 STATE BOARD OF FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS CHAPTER 15 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 1-23-120, 34-1-60, and 34-1-110 15-12. Reserve Accounts, Savings and Loan. Synopsis: The South Carolina State Board of Financial Institutions proposes to amend R.15-12 to provide South Carolina state-chartered savings and loan associations and savings banks with parity with federal savings associations. The Notice of Drafting was published in the State Register on June 27, 2025. The Proposed Regulation was published in the State Register on August 22, 2025. Instructions: Amend the regulat…

Document No. 5392 STATE BOARD OF FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS CHAPTER 15 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Section 34-1-60 15-37. Negotiable Order of Withdrawal (NOW) Accounts. Synopsis: The South Carolina State Board of Financial Institutions proposes to repeal R.15-37 because the federal law incorporated therein has been repealed. The Notice of Drafting was published in the State Register on June 27, 2025. The Proposed Regulation was published in the State Register On August 22, 2025. Instructions: Repeal the regulation in its entirety. Text: 15-37. Repealed. Fiscal Impact Statement: There will be no…

Document No. 5391 STATE BOARD OF FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS CHAPTER 15 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 1-23-120 and 34-1-60 15-39A. Mutual Capital Certificates. Synopsis: The South Carolina State Board of Financial Institutions proposes to repeal R.15-39A because the federal law incorporated therein has been repealed. The Notice of Drafting was published in the State Register on June 27, 2025. The Proposed Regulation was published in the State Register on August 22, 2025. Instructions: Repeal the regulation in its entirety. Text: 15-39A. Repealed. Fiscal Impact Statement: There will be no …

Document No. 5390 STATE BOARD OF FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS CHAPTER 15 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 1-23-120 and 34-1-60 15-33. Loans Secured by Second Mortgages. Synopsis: The South Carolina State Board of Financial Institutions proposes to repeal R.15-33 because federal law incorporated therein has been repealed. The Notice of Drafting was published in the State Register on June 27, 2025. The Proposed Regulation was published in the State Register on August 22, 2025. 42 FINAL REGULATIONS South Carolina State Register Vol. 49, Issue 11 November 28, 2025 Instructions: Repeal the regulat…

Document No. 5389 STATE BOARD OF FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS CHAPTER 15 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 1-23-120 and 34-1-60 15-35. Renegotiable Rate Mortgages. Synopsis: The South Carolina State Board of Financial Institutions proposes to repeal R.15-35 because the federal law incorporated therein has been repealed. 44 FINAL REGULATIONS South Carolina State Register Vol. 49, Issue 11 November 28, 2025 The Notice of Drafting was published in the State Register on June 27, 2025. The Proposed Regulation was published in the State Register on August 22, 2025. Instructions: Repeal the regulatio…

Document No. 5388 STATE BOARD OF FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS CHAPTER 15 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 1-23-120 and 34-1-60 15-31. Graduated-payment and Reverse-annuity Mortgages. Synopsis: The South Carolina State Board of Financial Institutions proposes to repeal R.15-31 as unnecessary, and because the federal law referenced therein has been repealed. The Notice of Drafting was published in the State Register on June 27, 2025. The Proposed Regulation was published in the State Register on August 22, 2025. Instructions: Repeal the regulation in its entirety. Text: 15-31. Repealed. Fiscal …

Document No. 5387 STATE BOARD OF FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS CHAPTER 15 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 1-23-120, 34-1-60, and 34-1-110 15-17. Federal 100 Percent Guaranteed Loans. Synopsis: The South Carolina State Board of Financial Institutions proposes to amend R.15-17 to provide South Carolina state-chartered banks parity with national institutions. The Notice of Drafting was published in the State Register on June 27, 2025. The Proposed Regulation was published in the State Register on August 22, 2025. Instructions: Amend the regulation as follows. Text: 15-17. Federal 100 Percent Gua…

Document No. 5386 STATE BOARD OF FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS CHAPTER 15 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 1-23-120 and 34-1-60 15-38. Consumer Loans, Commercial Paper, and Corporate Debt Securities. Synopsis: The South Carolina State Board of Financial Institutions proposes to repeal R.15-38 because it is unnecessary in light of previous regulation amendments, and because the federal law incorporated therein has been repealed. The Notice of Drafting was published in the State Register on June 27, 2025. The Proposed Regulation was published in the State Register on August 22, 2025. Instruction…

Document No. 5385 STATE BOARD OF FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS CHAPTER 15 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 1-23-120 and 34-1-60 15-39B. Adjustable-rate Mortgages. Synopsis: The South Carolina State Board of Financial Institutions proposes to repeal R.15-39B because the federal law incorporated therein has been repealed. The Notice of Drafting was published in the State Register on June 27, 2025. The Proposed Regulation was published in the State Register on August 22, 2025. Instructions: Repeal the regulation in its entirety. FINAL REGULATIONS 39 South Carolina State Register Vol. 49, Issue 11…

Document No. 5384 STATE BOARD OF FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS CHAPTER 15 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 1-23-120 and 34-1-60 15-39C. Adjustable Mortgage Loan Instruments. Synopsis: The South Carolina State Board of Financial Institutions proposes to repeal R.15-39C because the federal law incorporated therein has been repealed. The Notice of Drafting was published in the State Register on June 27, 2025. The Proposed Regulation was published in the State Register on August 22, 2025, and there was no public hearing requested. Instructions: Repeal the regulation in its entirety. Text: 15-39C. …