The bill H. 3253 proposes an amendment to the South Carolina Constitution to repeal Section 4, Article XI, which currently prohibits the state or its political subdivisions from providing direct aid to religious or private educational institutions. The existing legal language states, "No money shall be paid from public funds nor shall the credit of the State or any of its political subdivisions be used for the direct benefit of any religious or other private educational institution." The repeal aims to eliminate this prohibition, allowing for potential state funding or support for such institutions.

If passed, the proposed amendment will be submitted to voters during the next general election, where they will have the opportunity to vote on whether to repeal the prohibition. The ballot will include a straightforward question asking voters if they support the repeal, with options to vote "Yes" or "No." This legislative action reflects a significant shift in the state's approach to funding educational institutions, particularly those that are religious or private in nature.