South Carolina · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
H 5598: Dissemination of Intimate Images Without Consent
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 5598 is a bill introduced in the South Carolina House on April 28, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Dissemination of Intimate Images Without Consent. Primary sponsor: Brandon Guffey (Republican), Travis Moore (Republican), Tommy Pope (Republican). Most recent recorded action (April 28, 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 AMENDING SECTION 16-15-332, RELATING TO DISSEMINATING INTIMATE IMAGES WITHOUT CONSENT, SO AS TO PROVIDE PROVISIONS IDENTIFYING WHEN A DEVELOPER OR PROVIDER OF TECHNOLOGY MAY BE HELD LIABLE UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF THE OFFENSE.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Guffey | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 48 |
| Travis Moore | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 33 |
| Tommy Pope | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 47 |
“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