South Carolina · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
H 5548: South Carolina Indian Child Welfare Act
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 5548 is a bill introduced in the South Carolina House on April 16, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: South Carolina Indian Child Welfare Act. Primary sponsor: David Martin (Republican), Richie Yow (Republican), Jackie Terribile (Republican), Travis Moore (Republican), Heath Sessions (Republican), Val Guest (Republican), Brandon Guffey (Republican), Brian Lawson (Republican), Neal Collins (Republican), Tommy Pope (Republican), Randy Ligon (Republican), Brandon Newton (Republican), Mike Neese (Republican). Most recent recorded action (April 16, 2026): Referred to Committee on Judiciary.
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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 CHAPTER 23 TO TITLE 63 SO AS TO ESTABLISH REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILD WELFARE PROCEEDINGS INVOLVING INDIAN CHILDREN; TO GRANT INDIAN TRIBES EXCLUSIVE JURISDICTION IN CERTAIN CHILD CUSTODY PROCEEDINGS INVOLVING INDIAN CHILDREN, WITH EXCEPTIONS; TO REQUIRE STATE COURTS AND THE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES TO COMPLY WITH CERTAIN INQUIRIES AND PROCESSES IN CHILD CUSTODY PROCEEDINGS INVOLVING INDIAN CHILDREN; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES; BY ADDING SECTION 63-9-45 SO AS TO MAKE THE SOUTH CAROLINA ADOPTION CODE INAPPLICABLE TO THE ADOPTION OF INDIAN CHILDREN, WITH EXCEPTIONS; BY AMENDING SECTIONS 63-15-302 AND 63-15-306, BOTH RELATING TO CHILD CUSTODY PROCEEDINGS, SO AS TO MAKE CONFORMING CHANGES; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 13
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Martin | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 26 |
| Richie Yow | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 53 |
| Jackie Terribile | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 66 |
| Travis Moore | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 33 |
| Heath Sessions | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 46 |
| Val Guest | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 106 |
| Brandon Guffey | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 48 |
| Brian Lawson | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 30 |
| Neal Collins | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 5 |
| Tommy Pope | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 47 |
| Randy Ligon | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 43 |
| Brandon Newton | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 45 |
| Mike Neese | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 44 |
“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 Judiciary
- Introduced and read first time