South Carolina · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
H 5742: Annexation
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 5742 is a bill introduced in the South Carolina House on June 25, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Annexation. Primary sponsor: Phillip Bowers (Republican). Most recent recorded action (June 25, 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 SECTION 4-9-125 SO AS TO PROVIDE THAT A COUNTY COUNCIL MAY, BY ORDINANCE, PROHIBIT ANNEXATION WITHIN THE COUNTY BY MUNICIPALITIES OR ANY OTHER POLITICAL SUBDIVISION OF THE STATE, UNTIL A COMPREHENSIVE INFRASTRUCTURE IMPACT STUDY AND MITIGATION PLAN HAS BEEN COMPLETED AND APPROVED BY THE COUNTY COUNCIL.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phillip Bowers | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 3 |
“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