South Carolina 2025-2026 Regular Session Status: In Committee

S 653 — In-Home Drug Disposal System

Last action — Referred to Committee on Medical Affairs

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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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    Enacted

This bill is in committee in the Senate. Introduced May 06, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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

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Stalled 14% · moderate confidence

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Odds of enactment

Low

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  • In Committee

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  • 1 sponsor

    1 primary, 0 co-sponsors signed on.

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Summary

A BILL TO AMEND THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS BY ADDING SECTION 44-140-10 SO AS TO DEFINE TERMS RELATED TO IN-HOME DRUG DISPOSAL SYSTEMS.

Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

39 added · 17 removed

Plain-language change summary

The updated version of Bill S 653 has shifted focus from legislation about in-home drug disposal systems to instead recognizing Dr. Kevin P. Lewis for his contributions to chiropractic care in South Carolina. This change matters because it honors an individual's professional achievements and contributions to healthcare, highlighting the importance of chiropractic services in improving the quality of life for residents. The previous discussion about drug disposal systems has been removed, allowing for a more personal and community-oriented recognition.

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06, 2025) - South Carolina Legislature Online South Carolina General Assembly126th Session, 2025-2026Bill 653Indicates Matter StrickenIndicates New Matter(Text matches printed bills.
01, 2025) - South Carolina Legislature Online South Carolina General Assembly126th Session, 2025-2026Bill 653Indicates Matter StrickenIndicates New Matter(Text matches printed bills.
Document has been reformatted to meet World Wide Web specifications.)                 A bill   TO AMEND THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS BY ADDING SECTION 44-140-10 SO AS TO DEFINE TERMS RELATED TO IN-HOME DRUG DISPOSAL SYSTEMS.
Document has been reformatted to meet World Wide Web specifications.)                 A senate RESOLUTION   to recognize and honor dr.
  Be it enacted by the General Assembly of the State of South Carolina:
kevin p.
  SECTION 1.  Title 44 of the S.C.
lewis for his contributions to the field of chiropractic care.
Code is amended by adding:
  Whereas, the members of the South Carolina Senate are pleased to recognize Dr.
  CHAPTER 140   In-Home Drug Disposal       Section 44-140-10.
Kevin P.
The term "in-home drug disposal system" means a site of use system of drug disposal that changes the physical integrity of the formulation of a drug and renders the active ingredients of such drug unusable for all practical purpose.
Lewis for dutifully serving the citizens of South Carolina in his capacity as a Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine;
  SECTION 2.  This act takes effect upon approval by the Governor.
and   Whereas, a native of Greenville, Dr.
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Lewis is a 2001 graduate of The Citadel, where he earned a bachelor's degree in criminal justice and a minor in history, and a 2010 graduate of Sherman College of Straight Chiropractic;
and   Whereas, the Greenville Spine Institute, under Dr.
Lewis' leadership, aims to alleviate pain and discomfort in everyday activities such as sleeping, working, and enjoying life, and seeks to reduce the depression, stress, and worry that rob individuals of joy and vitality;
and   Whereas, specializing in the Gonstead method of chiropractic care, Dr.
Lewis has helped countless patients find not just temporary relief but lasting healing through treatment plans that go beyond masking pain and address underlying causes;
and   Whereas, Dr.
Lewis has served as the president of the South Carolina Chiropractic Association from to 2025.
Under his leadership, the SCCA has advanced the chiropractic profession and promoted high standards of care throughout the State;
and   Whereas, a devoted family man, Dr.
Lewis is married to Erin Lewis, and together they are the proud parents of six children.
They reside in Taylors, where they are active members of the community;
and   Whereas, the members of the South Carolina Senate are grateful for Dr.
Lewis' dedication to holistic, compassionate health care and his efforts to elevate the chiropractic profession across the State.
Now, therefore,   Be it resolved by the Senate:
  That the members of the South Carolina Senate, by this resolution, recognize and honor Dr.
Kevin P.
Lewis for his contributions to the field of chiropractic care.
  Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to Dr.
Kevin P.
Lewis.
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Action History

  1. Referred to Committee on Medical Affairs

  2. Introduced and read first time

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Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (169)

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Frequently asked questions

What does S 653 do?
A BILL TO AMEND THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS BY ADDING SECTION 44-140-10 SO AS TO DEFINE TERMS RELATED TO IN-HOME DRUG DISPOSAL SYSTEMS.
Who sponsors S 653?
S 653 is sponsored by Senator Daniel B. "Danny" Verdin III.
What is the current status of S 653?
This bill is in committee in the Senate. Introduced May 06, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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