South Carolina · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
H 5794: Tax credit for child care expenses
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
H 5794 is a bill introduced in the South Carolina House on August 11, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Tax credit for child care expenses. Primary sponsor: Jermaine Johnson (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (August 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 12-6-3380, RELATING TO THE INCOME TAX CREDIT FOR CHILD AND DEPENDENT CARE EXPENSES, SO AS TO MAKE THE CREDIT REFUNDABLE AND TO DELETE A PROVISION THAT OTHERWISE REDUCES THE AMOUNT OF THE CREDIT.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jermaine Johnson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 52 |
“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