H5008Introduced in the House
South Carolina Fostering Futures Act
Introduced by Carla Schuessler, District 61
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws So As To Enact The "south Carolina Fostering Futures Act" By Adding Article 11 To Chapter 111, Title 59, So As To Require Public Institutions Of Higher Education To Waive Tuition And Fees For Certain Current And Former Foster Youth; To Provide Eligibility Criteria And Limits; And To Require Institutional Support And Reporting.
Where it stands
Referred to Committee on Ways and Means
January 22, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.
Bill history
Introduced and read first time
Referred to Committee on Ways and Means
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