The bill H. 3151 seeks to amend Section 56-5-5015 of the South Carolina Code of Laws, which pertains to the regulations surrounding sunscreen devices installed on motor vehicles. The proposed changes include revising the permitted level of light transmission for these devices. Specifically, the bill stipulates that a single sunscreening device installed on the side windows must have a combined light transmission of no less than twenty percent, while the rear-most window must also have a minimum light transmission of twenty percent. Additionally, if a sunscreening device is applied to the rear-most window, it must be nonreflective and accompanied by two outside rearview mirrors.

The bill also includes a provision that ensures vehicles with sunscreening devices that complied with the previous regulations at the time of installation will not be considered in violation of the new standards, as long as the original device remains in place. The effective date of the act is contingent upon approval by the Governor. Overall, the bill aims to update and clarify the legal requirements for sunscreening devices in South Carolina, ensuring they meet specific light transmission standards for safety and visibility.

Statutes affected:
12/05/2024: 56-5-5015
Latest Version: 56-5-5015