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H 3254 — Physician licensure
Last action — Act No. 103
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✓Introduced
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✓In Committee
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✓Passed House
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✓Passed Senate
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✓To Executive
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6Enacted
This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced December 05, 2024. Enacted.
Signed by Governor Henry McMaster (Republican) on March 09, 2026.
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Enacted
Current position in the legislative process.
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3 sponsors
3 primary, 0 co-sponsors signed on.
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Cleared a recorded vote
Passed 2 recorded votes so far.
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Summary
AN ACT TO AMEND THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS BY AMENDING SECTION 40-47-32, RELATING TO SPECIAL EXAMINATIONS AND RELATED CRITERIA REQUIRED OF APPLICANTS FOR PERMANENT MEDICAL LICENSURE BY THE BOARD OF MEDICAL EXAMINERS, SO AS TO PROVIDE THE BOARD MAY WAIVE CERTAIN EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLICANTS FOUND TO POSSESS THE GENERAL MEDICAL KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED TO COMPETENTLY PRACTICE MEDICINE. - RATIFIED TITLE
Bill Text
What changed in the latest version
2 added · 36 removedPlain-language change summary
In the latest version of Bill H 3254, some specific requirements for applicants seeking special examinations have been removed, streamlining the process for those interested in obtaining their licenses. This change simplifies the application criteria, which could make it easier and faster for qualified individuals to enter the profession. It matters because reducing barriers to entry can help address workforce shortages in critical fields.
2025-2026 Bill 3254 Text of Previous Version (Feb.(Dec.
12,06, 2025)2024) - South Carolina Legislature Online South Carolina General Assembly126th Session, 2025-2026Bill 3254Indicates 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 Februarybill 12, 2025TO AMEND H.THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS BY AMENDING SECTION 40-47-32, RELATING TO SPECIAL EXAMINATIONS AND RELATED CRITERIA REQUIRED OF APPLICANTS FOR PERMANENT MEDICAL LICENSURE BY THE BOARD OF MEDICAL EXAMINERS, SO AS TO PROVIDE THE BOARD MAY WAIVE CERTAIN EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLICANTS FOUND TO POSSESS THE GENERAL MEDICAL KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED TO COMPETENTLY PRACTICE MEDICINE.
3254 Introduced by Reps.
W.
Newton, Erickson and Bradley S.
Printed 2/12/25--H.
Read the first time January 14, 2025 ________ The committee on House Medical, Military, Public and Municipal Affairs To whom was referred a Bill (H.
3254) to amend the South Carolina Code of Laws by amending Section 40-47-32, relating to special examinations and related criteria required of applicants for permanent, etc., respectfully Report:
That they have duly and carefully considered the same, and recommend that the same do pass:
S.H.
DAVIS for Committee.
statement of estimated fiscal impact Explanation of Fiscal Impact State Expenditure This bill allows the Board of Medical Examiners to waive an additional examination requirement for certain applicants who possess the general medical knowledge required to competently practice medicine.
In making this determination, the board must make findings of fact concerning the education and experience of the applicant.
This bill will have no expenditure impact on LLR or the Board of Medical Examiners as LLR anticipates any additional responsibilities will be managed within existing appropriations.
Frank A.
Rainwater, Executive Director Revenue and Fiscal Affairs Office _______ A bill TO AMEND THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS BY AMENDING SECTION 40-47-32, RELATING TO SPECIAL EXAMINATIONS AND RELATED CRITERIA REQUIRED OF APPLICANTS FOR PERMANENT MEDICAL LICENSURE BY THE BOARD OF MEDICAL EXAMINERS, SO AS TO PROVIDE THE BOARD MAY WAIVE CERTAIN EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLICANTS FOUND TO POSSESS THE GENERAL MEDICAL KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED TO COMPETENTLY PRACTICE MEDICINE.
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Action History
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Act No. 103
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Effective date 03/09/26
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Signed By Governor
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Ratified R 108
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Read third time and enrolled
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Roll call Ayes-42 Nays-0
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Read second time
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Committee report: Favorable Medical Affairs
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Referred to Committee on Medical Affairs
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Introduced and read first time
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Unanimous consent for third reading on next legislative day
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Roll call Yeas-104 Nays-0
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Read second time
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Committee report: Favorable Medical, Military, Public and Municipal Affairs
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Member(s) request name added as sponsor: Erickson, Bradley
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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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Referred to Committee on Medical, Military, Public and Municipal Affairs
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Prefiled
Sponsors
- Representative Wm. Weston J. Newton · Primary
- Representative Shannon S. Erickson · Primary
- Representative Jeff Bradley · Primary
Sponsorship breakdown
Export CSV (upgrade) →3 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 167 not signed on
Co-sponsors (0)
None.
Not signed on (167)
167 members have not signed on to this bill.
Show all 167 →"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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unaffiliated | 42 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Total | 42 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| % of votes cast | 91% | 0% | 0% | 9% |
How each member voted (46)
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unaffiliated | 100 | 0 | 0 | 18 |
| Republican | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Democrat | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 104 | 0 | 0 | 18 |
| % of votes cast | 85% | 0% | 0% | 15% |
How each member voted (122)
Subjects
Frequently asked questions
- What does H 3254 do?
- AN ACT TO AMEND THE SOUTH CAROLINA CODE OF LAWS BY AMENDING SECTION 40-47-32, RELATING TO SPECIAL EXAMINATIONS AND RELATED CRITERIA REQUIRED OF APPLICANTS FOR PERMANENT MEDICAL LICENSURE BY THE BOARD OF MEDICAL EXAMINERS, SO AS TO PROVIDE THE BOARD MAY WAIVE CERTAIN EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLICANTS FOUND TO POSSESS THE GENERAL MEDICAL KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED TO COMPETENTLY PRACTICE MEDICINE. - RATIFIED TITLE
- Who sponsors H 3254?
- H 3254 is sponsored by Representative Wm. Weston J. Newton, Representative Shannon S. Erickson, and Representative Jeff Bradley.
- What is the current status of H 3254?
- This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced December 05, 2024. Enacted.
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