H 3971 is sponsored by Representative Thomas R. "Randy" Ligon, Representative Patrick B. Haddon, Representative David Martin, and Representative Jackie R. Terribile.

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South Carolina 2025-2026 Regular Session Status: In Committee

H 3971 — Cash payments

Last action February 12, 2025 — Referred to Committee on Labor, Commerce and Industry

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This bill is in committee in the House. Introduced February 12, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee vote, then a floor vote in the House.

Prognosis

Stalled 20% · moderate confidence

Where this bill stands today.

Odds of enactment

Low

How often bills like it became law.

In Committee

Current position in the legislative process.
4 sponsors

4 primary, 0 co-sponsors signed on.

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Summary

A BILL TO AMEND THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS BY ADDING ARTICLE 17 TO CHAPTER 1, TITLE 1 SO AS TO PROVIDE THAT ANY ESTABLISHMENT THAT HOLDS A RETAIL LICENSE TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE MUST ACCEPT CASH PAYMENTS FOR TRANSACTIONS.

Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

23 added · 55 removed

Plain-language change summary

The updated version of Bill H 3971 now mandates that all retail establishments in South Carolina must accept cash payments for transactions up to $2,000. This amendment is important because it ensures that individuals who rely on cash, such as those without bank accounts, can still participate fully in the economy. However, the requirement does not apply to online purchases or automated services, allowing businesses flexibility in those areas.

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Code is amended by adding:

Article 17 Cash Payments Section 1-1-1110. (A) An establishment that holds a retail license to do business in this State and has an individual accepting payment in person must accept cash payments for transactions up to two thousand dollars.

(B) This section does not apply to automated services or online transactions.

SECTION 2. This act takes effect upon approval by the Governor.

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12, 2025) - South Carolina Legislature Online South Carolina General Assembly126th Session, 2025-2026Bill 3971Indicates Matter StrickenIndicates New Matter(Text matches printed bills.

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Be it enacted by the General Assembly of the State of South Carolina:

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SECTION 1. Chapter 1, Title 1 of the S.C.

Code is amended by adding:

(B) This section does not apply to automated services or online transactions.

SECTION 2. This act takes effect upon approval by the Governor.

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What does H 3971 do?: A BILL TO AMEND THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS BY ADDING ARTICLE 17 TO CHAPTER 1, TITLE 1 SO AS TO PROVIDE THAT ANY ESTABLISHMENT THAT HOLDS A RETAIL LICENSE TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE MUST ACCEPT CASH PAYMENTS FOR TRANSACTIONS.
Who sponsors H 3971?: H 3971 is sponsored by Representative Thomas R. "Randy" Ligon, Representative Patrick B. Haddon, Representative David Martin, and Representative Jackie R. Terribile.
What is the current status of H 3971?: This bill is in committee in the House. Introduced February 12, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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Identifier: H 3971
Jurisdiction: South Carolina
Session: 2025-2026 Regular Session
Type: Bill
Introduced: February 12, 2025
Status: In Committee
Prime sponsor: Representative Thomas R. "Randy" Ligon

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