South Carolina · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
S 977: Driver's license written examinations
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
S 977 is a bill introduced in the South Carolina Senate on March 5, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Driver's license written examinations. Primary sponsor: Tom Alexander (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 5, 2026): Referred to Committee on Transportation.
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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 56-1-82 SO AS TO PROVIDE THE DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES SHALL ALLOW APPLICANTS FOR DRIVER'S LICENSES AND PERMITS TO TAKE THE WRITTEN PORTION OF THE DRIVING EXAMINATION IN A LANGUAGE OTHER THAN ENGLISH UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tom Alexander | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 1 |
“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 Transportation
- Introduced and read first time