South Carolina · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
H 5008: South Carolina Fostering Futures Act
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 5008 is a bill introduced in the South Carolina House on January 22, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: South Carolina Fostering Futures Act. Primary sponsor: Carla Schuessler (Republican), Beth Bernstein (Democratic), Paula Calhoon (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 22, 2026): Referred to Committee on Ways and Means.
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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 SO AS TO ENACT THE "SOUTH CAROLINA FOSTERING FUTURES ACT" BY ADDING ARTICLE 11 TO CHAPTER 111, TITLE 59, SO AS TO REQUIRE PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION TO WAIVE TUITION AND FEES FOR CERTAIN CURRENT AND FORMER FOSTER YOUTH; TO PROVIDE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA AND LIMITS; AND TO REQUIRE INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT AND REPORTING.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carla Schuessler | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 61 |
| Beth Bernstein | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 78 |
| Paula Calhoon | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 87 |
“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 Ways and Means
- Introduced and read first time