Department of Consumer Affairs
This means that consumer protection will be managed directly by a state department, improving oversight and responses to consumer issues.
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S 325 — Department of Consumer Affairs
Last action — Effective date 05/19/26
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✓Introduced
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✓In Committee
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✓Passed Senate
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✓Passed House
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✓To Executive
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6Enacted
This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced February 06, 2025. Enacted.
Signed by Governor Henry McMaster (Republican) on May 19, 2026.
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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 3 recorded votes so far.
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In plain language
The bill establishes the Department of Consumer Affairs in the executive branch of South Carolina government.
This legislation amends state law to create the Department of Consumer Affairs as part of the executive branch, replacing the Commission on Consumer Affairs with an appointed administrator. It outlines the transition of responsibilities and changes related to consumer advocacy.
What this means for you
- Consumers: This means that consumer protection will be managed directly by a state department, improving oversight and responses to consumer issues.
Summary
AN ACT TO AMEND THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS BY AMENDING SECTION 1-30-10, RELATING TO DEPARTMENTS OF STATE GOVERNMENT, SO AS TO ADD THE DEPARTMENT OF CONSUMER AFFAIRS TO THE DEPARTMENTS WITHIN THE EXECUTIVE BRANCH OF STATE GOVERNMENT; BY ADDING SECTION 1-30-145 SO AS TO PROVIDE FOR THE TRANSITION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CONSUMER AFFAIRS TO THE EXECUTIVE BRANCH OF STATE GOVERNMENT; BY AMENDING SECTION 37-6-103, RELATING TO THE DEFINITION OF "ADMINISTRATOR," SO AS TO PROVIDE THAT THE ADMINISTRATOR IS APPOINTED BY THE GOVERNOR UPON THE ADVICE AND CONSENT OF THE SENATE; BY AMENDING SECTIONS 37-6-104 AND 37-6-117, SECTION 37-6-501 THROUGH SECTION 37-6-510, AND SECTIONS 37-6-602 AND 37-6-604, ALL RELATING TO THE FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES OF THE COMMISSION ON CONSUMER AFFAIRS, SO AS TO PROVIDE FOR THE DISSOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION ON CONSUMER AFFAIRS TO BE REPLACED WITH AN ADMINISTRATOR AS THE HEAD OF THE DEPARTMENT, AND TO MAKE CONFORMING CHANGES. - RATIFIED TITLE
Bill Text
What changed in the latest version
3 added · 3 removedPlain-language change summary
The recent amendment to Bill S 325 specifies that the "Administrator" will now be appointed rather than previously implied alternatives. This change clarifies the process of how the Administrator is selected, ensuring a more direct and responsible approach to leadership in the related department. It matters because a clear appointment process can enhance accountability and improve how the agency operates.
12,06, 2025) - South Carolina Legislature Online South Carolina General Assembly126th Session, 2025-2026Bill 325Indicates Matter StrickenIndicates New Matter(Text matches printed bills.
BY AMENDING SECTION 37-6-103, RELATING TO THE DEFINITION OF "ADMINISTRATOR,""ADMINISTRATOR", SO AS TO PROVIDE THAT THE ADMINISTRATOR IS APPOINTED BY THE GOVERNOR UPON THE ADVICE AND CONSENT OF THE SENATE;
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Action History
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Effective date 05/19/26
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Act No. 221
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Signed By Governor
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Ratified R 223
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Read third time and enrolled
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Roll call Yeas-91 Nays-9
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Read second time
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Debate adjourned
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Requests for debate-Rep(s). Williams, Herbkersman, Reese, MM Smith, Kirby, Brewer, Guest, Garvin, Govan, King, Hosey, Henderson-Myers, McDaniel, Anderson, Gilliard, Vaughan
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Debate adjourned until Tues., 5-5-26
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Debate adjourned
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Debate adjourned
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Scrivener's error corrected
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Committee report: Favorable Labor, Commerce and Industry
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Referred to Committee on Labor, Commerce and Industry
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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-41 Nays-1
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Read second time
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Scrivener's error corrected
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Committee report: Favorable Banking and Insurance
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Scrivener's error corrected
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Referred to Committee on Banking and Insurance
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Introduced and read first time
Sponsors
- Senator A. Shane Massey · Primary
- Senator Thomas C. Alexander · Primary
- Senator Overture Walker · Primary
- Senator Jeff Zell · Primary
Sponsorship breakdown
Export CSV (upgrade) →4 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 166 not signed on · 22 voted No
Co-sponsors (0)
None.
Not signed on (166)
166 members have not signed on to this bill.
Show all 166 →"Not signed on" means a member has not sponsored or co-sponsored this bill — it does not imply opposition. Members flagged Voted No have a recorded No vote on this bill.
Votes
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
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| Unaffiliated | 88 | 8 | 0 | 23 |
| Republican | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Democrat | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 91 | 8 | 0 | 24 |
| % of votes cast | 74% | 7% | 0% | 20% |
How each member voted (123)
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
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| Unaffiliated | 82 | 20 | 0 | 17 |
| Republican | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Democrat | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 84 | 21 | 0 | 18 |
| % of votes cast | 68% | 17% | 0% | 15% |
How each member voted (123)
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
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| Unaffiliated | 41 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Total | 41 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| % of votes cast | 89% | 2% | 0% | 9% |
How each member voted (46)
Subjects
Frequently asked questions
- What does S 325 do?
- AN ACT TO AMEND THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS BY AMENDING SECTION 1-30-10, RELATING TO DEPARTMENTS OF STATE GOVERNMENT, SO AS TO ADD THE DEPARTMENT OF CONSUMER AFFAIRS TO THE DEPARTMENTS WITHIN THE EXECUTIVE BRANCH OF STATE GOVERNMENT; BY ADDING SECTION 1-30-145 SO AS TO PROVIDE FOR THE TRANSITION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF CONSUMER AFFAIRS TO THE EXECUTIVE BRANCH OF STATE GOVERNMENT; BY AMENDING SECTION 37-6-103, RELATING TO THE DEFINITION OF "ADMINISTRATOR," SO AS TO PROVIDE THAT THE ADMINISTRATOR IS APPOINTED BY THE GOVERNOR UPON THE ADVICE AND CONSENT OF THE SENATE; BY AMENDING SECTIONS 37-6-104 AND 37-6-117, SECTION 37-6-501 THROUGH SECTION 37-6-510, AND SECTIONS 37-6-602 AND 37-6-604, ALL RELATING TO THE FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES OF THE COMMISSION ON CONSUMER AFFAIRS, SO AS TO PROVIDE FOR THE DISSOLUTION OF THE COMMISSION ON CONSUMER AFFAIRS TO BE REPLACED WITH AN ADMINISTRATOR AS THE HEAD OF THE DEPARTMENT, AND TO MAKE CONFORMING CHANGES. - RATIFIED TITLE
- Who sponsors S 325?
- S 325 is sponsored by Senator A. Shane Massey, Senator Thomas C. Alexander, Senator Overture Walker, and Senator Jeff Zell.
- What is the current status of S 325?
- This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced February 06, 2025. Enacted.
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