H 5201 — Safe Schools Act of 2026
Last action — Referred to Committee on Education
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✓Introduced
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✓In Committee
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3Passed House
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4Passed Senate
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5To Executive
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6Enacted
This bill has passed the House. Introduced February 18, 2026. It now moves to the second chamber.
Next likely step: consideration and a floor vote in the Senate.
Odds of enactment
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Prognosis
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Passed House
Current position in the legislative process.
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4 sponsors
4 primary, 0 co-sponsors signed on.
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Cleared a recorded vote
Passed 1 recorded vote so far.
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Summary
A BILL TO AMEND THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS BY ENACTING THE "SAFE SCHOOLS ACT OF 2026" BY ADDING ARTICLE 6 TO CHAPTER 63, TITLE 59, SO AS TO ESTABLISH A MULTIJURISDICTIONAL SCHOOL SAFETY TASK FORCE, TO REQUIRE SCHOOL DISTRICTS TO DEVELOP MULTIHAZARD EMERGENCY OPERATION PLANS, TO PROVIDE FOR CERTIFIED SCHOOL SAFETY ASSESSMENTS AND REQUIRED LIVE DRILLS, AND TO PROVIDE OVERSIGHT AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE BY SLED, AMONG OTHER THINGS.
Bill Text
What changed in the latest version
27 added · 46 removedPlain-language change summary
The latest version of Bill H 5201 has introduced a new "Safe Schools Act of 2026" that creates a task force focused on school safety. This task force will be responsible for developing emergency operation plans for schools, conducting safety assessments, and ensuring that schools participate in live safety drills. These changes matter because they aim to enhance student safety and preparedness in case of emergencies by providing clear protocols and support for school districts.
2025-2026 Bill 5201 Text of Previous Version (Apr.(Feb.
16,18, 2026) - South Carolina Legislature Online South Carolina General Assembly126th Session, 2025-2026Bill 5201Indicates Matter StrickenIndicates New Matter(Text matches printed bills.
Document has been reformatted to meet World Wide Web specifications.) Committee Report April 16, 2026 H. A bill TO AMEND THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS BY ENACTING THE "Safe Schools Act of 2026" BY ADDING ARTICLE 6 TO CHAPTER 63, TITLE 59, SO AS TO ESTABLISH A MULTIJURISDICTIONAL SCHOOL SAFETY TASK FORCE, TO REQUIRE SCHOOL DISTRICTS TO DEVELOP MULTIHAZARD EMERGENCY OPERATION PLANS, TO PROVIDE FOR CERTIFIED SCHOOL SAFETY ASSESSMENTS AND REQUIRED LIVE DRILLS, AND TO PROVIDE OVERSIGHT AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE BY SLED, AMONG OTHER THINGS.
5201 Introduced by Reps.
Pedalino and Teeple S.
Printed 4/16/26--H.
Read the first time February 18, 2026 ________ The committee on House Education and Public Works To whom was referred a Bill (H.
5201) to amend the South Carolina Code of Laws by enacting the "Safe Schools Act of 2026" by adding Article 6 to Chapter 63, Title 59, so as to establish a multijurisdictional, etc., respectfully Report:
That they have duly and carefully considered the same, and recommend that the same do pass:
SHANNON ERICKSON for Committee.
_______ A bill TO AMEND THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS BY ENACTING THE "Safe Schools Act of 2026" BY ADDING ARTICLE 6 TO CHAPTER 63, TITLE 59, SO AS TO ESTABLISH A MULTIJURISDICTIONAL SCHOOL SAFETY TASK FORCE, TO REQUIRE SCHOOL DISTRICTS TO DEVELOP MULTIHAZARD EMERGENCY OPERATION PLANS, TO PROVIDE FOR CERTIFIED SCHOOL SAFETY ASSESSMENTS AND REQUIRED LIVE DRILLS, AND TO PROVIDE OVERSIGHT AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE BY SLED, AMONG OTHER THINGS.
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Action History
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Referred to Committee on Education
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Introduced and read first time
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Read third time and sent to Senate
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Unanimous consent for third reading on next legislative day
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Roll call Yeas-99 Nays-0
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Read second time
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Member(s) request name added as sponsor: Govan
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Member(s) request name added as sponsor: Erickson
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Scrivener's error corrected
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Committee report: Favorable Education and Public Works
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Member(s) request name added as sponsor: Teeple
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Referred to Committee on Education and Public Works
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Introduced and read first time
Sponsors
- Representative Fawn M. Pedalino · Primary
- Representative James E. Teeple · Primary
- Representative Shannon S. Erickson · Primary
- Jr. Representative Jerry N. Govan · Primary
Sponsorship breakdown
Export CSV (upgrade) →4 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 166 not signed on
Co-sponsors (0)
None.
Not signed on (166)
166 members have not signed on to this bill.
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Votes
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unaffiliated | 96 | 0 | 0 | 23 |
| Republican | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Democrat | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 99 | 0 | 0 | 24 |
| % of votes cast | 80% | 0% | 0% | 20% |
How each member voted (123)
Subjects
Frequently asked questions
- What does H 5201 do?
- A BILL TO AMEND THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS BY ENACTING THE "SAFE SCHOOLS ACT OF 2026" BY ADDING ARTICLE 6 TO CHAPTER 63, TITLE 59, SO AS TO ESTABLISH A MULTIJURISDICTIONAL SCHOOL SAFETY TASK FORCE, TO REQUIRE SCHOOL DISTRICTS TO DEVELOP MULTIHAZARD EMERGENCY OPERATION PLANS, TO PROVIDE FOR CERTIFIED SCHOOL SAFETY ASSESSMENTS AND REQUIRED LIVE DRILLS, AND TO PROVIDE OVERSIGHT AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE BY SLED, AMONG OTHER THINGS.
- Who sponsors H 5201?
- H 5201 is sponsored by Representative Fawn M. Pedalino, Representative James E. Teeple, Representative Shannon S. Erickson, and Representative Jerry N. Govan, Jr..
- What is the current status of H 5201?
- This bill has passed the House. Introduced February 18, 2026. It now moves to the second chamber.
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