South Carolina · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
H 5061: Coastal Beaches
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 5061 is a bill introduced in the South Carolina House on January 29, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Coastal Beaches. Primary sponsor: Joe Bustos (Republican), Kathy Landing (Republican), Tom Hartnett (Republican), Paul Wickensimer (Republican), Travis Moore (Republican), Spencer Wetmore (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 29, 2026): Referred to Committee on Agriculture, Natural Resources and Environmental Affairs.
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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 51-3-170 SO AS TO PROVIDE THAT A COASTAL BEACH IS A STATE PARK.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Republican 5
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joe Bustos | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 112 |
| Kathy Landing | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 80 |
| Tom Hartnett | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 110 |
| Paul Wickensimer | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 22 |
| Travis Moore | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 33 |
| Spencer Wetmore | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 115 |
“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 Agriculture, Natural Resources and Environmental Affairs
- Introduced and read first time