Seizures in the Workplace
This means you will have access to important information on how to assist colleagues experiencing a seizure.
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S 935 — Seizures in the Workplace
Last action — Effective date 05/19/26
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6Enacted
This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced February 18, 2026. Enacted.
Signed by Governor Henry McMaster (Republican) on May 19, 2026.
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1 sponsor
1 primary, 0 co-sponsors signed on.
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Passed 2 recorded votes so far.
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In plain language
The bill requires a pamphlet on seizure first aid to be created and posted in workplaces.
This bill mandates the South Carolina Department of Public Health to produce a pamphlet on first aid for seizures in the workplace. It also requires state governmental entities to display this pamphlet in a visible area to inform employees about handling seizures.
What this means for you
- Workers: This means you will have access to important information on how to assist colleagues experiencing a seizure.
Summary
AN ACT TO AMEND THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS BY ADDING SECTION 44-1-320 SO AS TO REQUIRE THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH TO CREATE A PAMPHLET ON RENDERING SEIZURE FIRST AID TO INDIVIDUALS WHO HAVE SUFFERED A SEIZURE IN THE WORKPLACE AND TO REQUIRE STATE GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES TO POST THE PAMPHLET IN A CONSPICUOUS LOCATION. - RATIFIED TITLE
Bill Text
What changed in the latest version
4 added · 41 removedPlain-language change summary
The recent amendment to Bill S 935 has made changes to the section outlining the responsibilities of the Department of Public Health. Specifically, it removed the requirement for a pamphlet on rendering seizure first aid and instead emphasizes the creation of an informational pamphlet or poster for state agencies that focuses on evidence-based practices. This matters because the new focus on evidence-based information could improve the effectiveness of the resources provided to government entities, ultimately leading to better public health outcomes.
2025-2026 Bill 935 Text of Previous Version (Mar.(Feb.
24,18, 2026) - South Carolina Legislature Online South Carolina General Assembly126th Session, 2025-2026Bill 935Indicates Matter StrickenIndicates New Matter(Text matches printed bills.
Document has been reformatted to meet World Wide Web specifications.) Indicates Matter Stricken Indicates New Matter Committee ReportA Marchbill 24, 2026TO AMEND S.THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS BY ADDING SECTION 44-1-320 SO AS TO REQUIRE THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH TO CREATE A PAMPHLET ON RENDERING SEIZURE FIRST AID TO INDIVIDUALS WHO HAVE SUFFERED A SEIZURE IN THE WORKPLACE AND TO REQUIRE STATE GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES TO POST THE PAMPHLET IN A CONSPICUOUS LOCATION.
935 Introduced by Senator Tedder S.
Printed 3/24/26--S.
Read the first time February 18, 2026 ________ The committee on Senate Medical Affairs To whom was referred a Bill (S.
935) to amend the South Carolina Code of Laws by adding Section 44-1-320 so as to require the Department of Public Health to create a pamphlet on rendering seizure first, etc., respectfully Report:
That they have duly and carefully considered the same, and recommend that the same do pass with amendment:
Amend the bill, as and if amended, SECTION 1, by striking Section 44-1-320(A)(1)(a) and inserting:
(a) create an informational pamphlet or poster for state governmental entities on rendering evidence-based seizure first aid to an individual who has suffered experienced a seizure in the workplace;
and Amend the bill further, SECTION 1, by striking Section 44-1-320(B) and inserting:
(B) The chief executive officer of every state governmental entity shall post the informational, evidence-based pamphlet or poster on rendering seizure first aid to an individual who has suffered experienced a seizure in the workplace in a conspicuous clearly visible and accessible location frequented by employees.
Renumber sections to conform.
Amend title to conform.
DANIEL VERDIN for Committee.
_______ A bill TO AMEND THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS BY ADDING SECTION 44-1-320 SO AS TO REQUIRE THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH TO CREATE A PAMPHLET ON RENDERING SEIZURE FIRST AID TO INDIVIDUALS WHO HAVE SUFFERED A SEIZURE IN THE WORKPLACE AND TO REQUIRE STATE GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES TO POST THE PAMPHLET IN A CONSPICUOUS LOCATION.
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Action History
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Effective date 05/19/26
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Act No. 229
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Signed By Governor
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Ratified R 240
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Read third time and enrolled
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Roll call Yeas-115 Nays-0
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Read second time
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Recalled from Committee on Medical, Military, Public and Municipal Affairs
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Referred to Committee on Medical, Military, Public and Municipal Affairs
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Introduced and read first time
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Read third time and sent to House
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Roll call Ayes-37 Nays-0
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Read second time
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Committee Amendment Adopted
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Committee report: Favorable with amendment Medical Affairs
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Referred to Committee on Medical Affairs
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Introduced and read first time
Sponsors
- Senator Deon T. Tedder · Primary
Sponsorship breakdown
Export CSV (upgrade) →1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 169 not signed on
Sponsors (1)
Co-sponsors (0)
None.
Not signed on (169)
169 members have not signed on to this bill.
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Votes
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
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| Unaffiliated | 111 | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| Republican | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Democrat | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 114 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| % of votes cast | 93% | 0% | 0% | 7% |
How each member voted (123)
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
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| Unaffiliated | 37 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| Total | 37 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| % of votes cast | 80% | 0% | 0% | 20% |
How each member voted (46)
Subjects
Frequently asked questions
- What does S 935 do?
- AN ACT TO AMEND THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS BY ADDING SECTION 44-1-320 SO AS TO REQUIRE THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH TO CREATE A PAMPHLET ON RENDERING SEIZURE FIRST AID TO INDIVIDUALS WHO HAVE SUFFERED A SEIZURE IN THE WORKPLACE AND TO REQUIRE STATE GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES TO POST THE PAMPHLET IN A CONSPICUOUS LOCATION. - RATIFIED TITLE
- Who sponsors S 935?
- S 935 is sponsored by Senator Deon T. Tedder.
- What is the current status of S 935?
- This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced February 18, 2026. Enacted.
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