South Carolina · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
H 5161: 911 professional benefits
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 5161 is a bill introduced in the South Carolina House on February 11, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: 911 professional benefits. Primary sponsor: Bill Herbkersman (Republican), Kevin Hardee (Republican), Weston Newton (Republican), Case Brittain (Republican), Michael Rivers (Democratic), Scott Montgomery (Republican), Brian Lawson (Republican), Gil Gatch (Republican), Beth Bernstein (Democratic), Jeff Johnson (Republican), Bill Chumley (Republican), Gary Brewer (Republican), Robert Reese (Democratic), Craig Gagnon (Republican), Tim McGinnis (Republican), David Weeks (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 11, 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 12-6-1140, RELATING TO INCOME TAX DEDUCTIONS, SO AS TO PROVIDE FOR AN INCOME TAX DEDUCTION FOR ONE HUNDRED PERCENT OF CERTAIN RETIREMENT INCOME FROM WORKING AS A 911 PROFESSIONAL; AND BY ADDING SECTION 23-47-85 SO AS TO PROVIDE THAT A 911 PROFESSIONAL IS A FIRST RESPONDER ENTITLED TO ALL BENEFITS THAT ACCRUE TO FIRST RESPONDERS.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4 · Republican 12
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bill Herbkersman | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 118 |
| Kevin Hardee | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 105 |
| Weston Newton | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 120 |
| Case Brittain | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 107 |
| Michael Rivers | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 121 |
| Scott Montgomery | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 32 |
| Brian Lawson | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 30 |
| Gil Gatch | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 94 |
| Beth Bernstein | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 78 |
| Jeff Johnson | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 58 |
| Bill Chumley | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 35 |
| Gary Brewer | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 114 |
| Robert Reese | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 70 |
| Craig Gagnon | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 11 |
| Tim McGinnis | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 56 |
| David Weeks | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 51 |
“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