H4644Introduced in the House
Paternity
Introduced by Thomas Pope, District 47
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws By Adding Section 63-17-80 So As To Provide For The Determination Of Parental Responsibility And Child Support And The Creation Of A Parenting Plan And Time-sharing Schedule For A Child Of Unmarried Parents; By Amending Section 63-17-10, Relating To Paternity Actions, So As To Make Conforming Changes; And To Amend Section 63-5-30, Relating To Rights And Duties Of Parents Of Minor Children, So As To Provide That An Unmarried Mother And A Father Who Has Established Paternity Are The Natural Guardians Of The Child.
Where it stands
Referred to Committee on Judiciary
January 13, 2026
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Bill history
Prefiled
Referred to Committee on Judiciary
Introduced and read first time
Referred to Committee on Judiciary
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