South Carolina · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
H 4623: Foster Care
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
H 4623 is a bill introduced in the South Carolina House on December 16, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Foster Care. Primary sponsor: Doug Gilliam (Republican), John McCravy (Republican), Cody Mitchell (Republican), Melissa Oremus (Republican), Bill Chumley (Republican), Sarita Edgerton (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Referred to Committee on Judiciary.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
A BILL TO AMEND THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS BY ADDING SECTION 63-7-2335 SO AS TO PROHIBIT THE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES AND CHILD-PLACING AGENCIES FROM REQUIRING FOSTER PARENTS TO DISCLOSE INFORMATION RELATED TO FIREARMS THAT ARE PRESENT IN THE HOME; TO CREATE CIVIL PENALTIES; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 6
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doug Gilliam | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 42 |
| John McCravy | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 13 |
| Cody Mitchell | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 65 |
| Melissa Oremus | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 84 |
| Bill Chumley | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 35 |
| Sarita Edgerton | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 34 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Referred to Committee on Judiciary
- Introduced and read first time
- Referred to Committee on Judiciary
- Prefiled