South Carolina · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
H 5544: Public and Private Financial Transactions
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 5544 is a bill introduced in the South Carolina House on April 16, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Public and Private Financial Transactions. Primary sponsor: Mike Burns (Republican), Josiah Magnuson (Republican). Most recent recorded action (April 16, 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 ADDING SECTION 34-31-30 SO AS TO PROVIDE THAT LEGAL TENDER FOR ALL DEBTS, PUBLIC AND PRIVATE, INCLUDES ONLY GOLD COINS, SILVER COINS, AND UNITED STATES CURRENCIES.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Burns | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 17 |
| Josiah Magnuson | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 38 |
“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