South Carolina · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
S 732: Protecting Children from Cancer-Causing Radiation Act
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 732 is a bill introduced in the South Carolina Senate on December 10, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Protecting Children from Cancer-Causing Radiation Act. Primary sponsor: Carlisle Kennedy (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 13, 2026): Referred to Committee on Medical Affairs.
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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 ENACTING THE "PROTECTING CHILDREN FROM CANCER-CAUSING RADIATION ACT" BY ADDING SECTION 44-7-387 SO AS TO REQUIRE HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS TREATING PEDIATRIC PATIENTS TO TAKE CERTAIN STEPS BEFORE RECOMMENDING X-RAY IMAGING FOR DIAGNOSTIC PURPOSES; TO REQUIRE HEALTH INSURANCE PROVIDERS TO COVER PEDIATRIC DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING AS RECOMMENDED BY HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlisle Kennedy | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 23 |
“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 Medical Affairs
- Introduced and read first time
- Referred to Committee on Medical Affairs
- Prefiled