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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. 5428 DEPARTMENT OF LABOR, LICENSING AND REGULATION BUILDING CODES COUNCIL CHAPTER 8 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 6-9-40, 6-9-50, 6-9-55, and 40-1-70 8-1300. International Mechanical Code. Preamble: The South Carolina Building Codes Council proposes to amend Chapter 8, Article 13, to reflect modifications to the 2024 South Carolina Building Codes, the International Mechanical Code. Section-by-Section Discussion: Title. Strike 2021 and add 2024. 8-1300. Strike 2021 and add 2024 in both places code year is referenced. 8-1301. Hard return before “Where.” Add “of the duct” a…

Document No. 5427 DEPARTMENT OF LABOR, LICENSING AND REGULATION BUILDING CODES COUNCIL CHAPTER 8 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 6-9-40 and 40-1-70 8-1000. International Fuel Gas Code. Preamble: The South Carolina Building Codes Council proposes to amend Chapter 8, Article 10, to reflect modifications to the 2024 South Carolina Building Codes, the International Fuel Gas Code. Section-by-Section Discussion: Title. Strike 2021 and replace with 2024. 8-1000. Strike 2021 and replace with 2024 in two places. 8-1001. No change. 8-1002. No change. 8-1003. New section giving guidance on where …

Document No. 5426 DEPARTMENT OF LABOR, LICENSING AND REGULATION BUILDING CODES COUNCIL CHAPTER 8 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 6-9-40 and 40-1-70 8-900. International Fire Code. Preamble: The South Carolina Building Codes Council proposes to amend Chapter 8, Article 9, to reflect modifications to the 2024 South Carolina Building Codes, the International Fire Code. Section-by-Section Discussion: Title. Strike 2021 and replace with 2024. 8-900. Strike 2021 and replace with 2024 in two places. 8-901. Add “s” to “purpose.” 8-902. No change. 8-903. Replace 202 with 203.2.8 and replace Gen…

Document No. 5425 DEPARTMENT OF LABOR, LICENSING AND REGULATION BOARD OF EXAMINERS IN SPEECH/LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY AND AUDIOLOGY CHAPTER 115 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 40-1-70, 40-67-70, 40-67-220(F), and 40-67-260(D) 115-2. Speech-Language Pathology Assistants. Preamble: The South Carolina Board of Examiners in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology proposes to amend its regulations to include, but not be limited to, changes related to licensure requirements for Speech Language Pathology Assistants. Section-by-Section Discussion: Title of Chapter. Remove the slash between “Speech” …

Document No. 5424 DEPARTMENT OF LABOR, LICENSING AND REGULATION BUILDING CODES COUNCIL CHAPTER 8 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 6-9-40 and 40-1-70 8-800. International Building Code. Preamble: The South Carolina Building Codes Council proposes to amend Chapter 8, Article 8, to reflect modifications to the 2024 South Carolina Building Codes, the International Building Code. Section-by-Section Discussion: Title. Strike 2021 and replace with 2024. 8-800. Strike 2021 and replace with 2024 in two places. 8-801. Repealed. 8-802. Add “and” and add new referenced standard. 8-803. Strike “s” i…

Document No. 5423 DEPARTMENT OF LABOR, LICENSING AND REGULATION SOUTH CAROLINA AUCTIONEERS ’ COMMISSION CHAPTER 14 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 40-1-50, 40-1-70, 40-6-50, 40-6-60, and 40-6-270 14-1. Examinations. 14-2. Reporting of Continuing Education. 14-6. Licensees Prohibited from Using Unlicensed Bid Callers. 14-10. Appeal. 14-12. Renewal Applications and Lapsed Licenses. 14-15. Apprentice Auctioneer’s Supervision, Requirements, Exception and Termination. 14-18. Professional Standards. (New) 14-19. Definitions. (New) Preamble: The South Carolina Auctioneers’ Commission proposes…

Document No. 5422 DEPARTMENT OF LABOR, LICENSING AND REGULATION STATE BOARD OF PHARMACY CHAPTER 99 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 40-1-70, 40-1-77(I), 40-43-30(8), 40-43-60(D)(5) and (8), 40-43-83(C), 40-43-86(CC)(2)(a), and 40-43-150 99-43. Facility Permit Classifications. 99-48. Compounding Generally. (New) Preamble: The South Carolina Board of Pharmacy proposes amending and repealing various sections of Chapter 99, to include but not be limited to an amendment required to conform to H.3592, which passed during the 2024 legislative session and an amendment to R.99-43 to add permitti…

Document No. 5421 DEPARTMENT OF LABOR, LICENSING AND REGULATION STATE BOARD OF NURSING CHAPTER 91 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 40-1-70, 40-33-10, 40-33-36, 40-33-37, 40-33-38, 40-33-41, and 40-33-70 91-32. Code of Ethics. 91-34. Limited Emergency License. (New) Preamble: The South Carolina Board of Nursing proposes to amend various sections of Chapter 91 of the South Carolina Code of State Regulations, including but not limited to, R.91-32 and add a regulation regarding limited emergency licenses. Section-by-Section Discussion: 91-32. Strike 2015. 91-34. New section creating require…

Document No. 5420 DEPARTMENT OF LABOR, LICENSING AND REGULATION BOARD OF ACCOUNTANCY CHAPTER 1 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 40-1-70, 40-2-30, 40-2-35, 40-2-40, 40-2-70, 40-2-80, 40-2-90, 40-2-100, 40-2-245, 40-2-250, 40-2-255, and 40-2-275 1-01. General Requirements for Licensure as a CPA. 1-05. Firm registration, resident managers, firm names. 1-08. Continuing Professional Education. Preamble: The South Carolina Board of Accountancy proposes to amend Chapter 1 of the Code of Regulations to conform to changes to the Code following the passage of Act 34 of the 2025 legislative sessio…

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. 5415 DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES CHAPTER 61 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 48-1-10 et seq., 48-6-10 et seq., and 2023 Act No. 60, effective July 1, 2024 61-62. Air Pollution Control Regulations and Standards. Synopsis: Pursuant to S.C. Code Sections 48-1-10 et seq., 48-6-10 et seq., and 2023 Act No. 60 the Department is authorized to adopt emission control regulations, standards, and limitations. 20 FINAL REGULATIONS South Carolina State Register Vol. 49, Issue 12 December 26, 2025 The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) promulgates amendments to …

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. 5411 CLEMSON UNIVERSITY STATE LIVESTOCK-POULTRY HEALTH COMMISSION CHAPTER 27 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 47-4-30, 47-19-30, and 47-19-170 27-1022. State Poultry Products Inspection Regulation. Synopsis: These regulations are being promulgated to modernize, clarify and update existing regulations which govern, to the extent authorized by S.C. Code, Title 47, Chapter 4, the inspection of poultry products produced for intrastate commerce. These updated regulations are necessary to comply with the federal Poultry Products Inspection Act (21 USCA 454, Section 5) which estab…

Document No. 5410 CLEMSON UNIVERSITY STATE LIVESTOCK-POULTRY HEALTH COMMISSION CHAPTER 27 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 47-4-30 and 47-17-130 27-1023. State Meat Inspection Regulation. Synopsis: These regulations are being promulgated to modernize, clarify and update existing regulations which govern, to the extent authorized by S. C. Code, Title 47, Chapter 4, the inspection of meat and meat food products produced for intrastate commerce. These updated regulations are necessary to comply with the Federal Meat Inspection Act (21 USCA 661, Section 301) which established Federal-State …

Document No. 5409 DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES CHAPTER 123 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Sections 50-11-860, 50-11-2200, and 50-11-2210 123-204. Additional Regulations Applicable to Specific Properties. Emergency Situation: The South Carolina Department of Natural Resources is extending the seasonal closure of the intertidal zone on the Eastern side of Crab Bank Heritage Preserve to provide undisturbed habitat for Brown Pelicans that are nesting late in the season. Due to bird nesting activity, this Preserve is normally closed to public use from March 15 through October 15. This year marks…

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. 5404 STATE COMMISSION ON HIGHER EDUCATION CHAPTER 62 Statutory Authority: 1976 Code Section 59-104-20 62-300 - 62-375. Palmetto Fellows Scholarship Program. Emergency Situation: 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 am…

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. 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. 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. 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 …