South Carolina · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
H 5087: Paid leave for disaster volunteers
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 5087 is a bill introduced in the South Carolina House on February 4, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Paid leave for disaster volunteers. Primary sponsor: Mark Smith (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 4, 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 BY AMENDING SECTION 8-11-180, RELATING TO PAID LEAVE FOR DISASTER SERVICE VOLUNTEERS OF THE AMERICAN RED CROSS, SO AS TO ALSO ALLOW PAID LEAVE FOR VERIFIED TEAM RUBICON DISASTER RELIEF VOLUNTEERS.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mark Smith | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 99 |
“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