The bill H. 3343 aims to amend the South Carolina Code of Laws by adding Section 27-1-80, which prohibits companies that are owned, in whole or in part, by the People's Republic of China or the Chinese Communist Party from owning, leasing, possessing, or exercising control over any land or real estate within fifty miles of state or federal military bases. This restriction specifically targets the installation or erection of telecommunications or broadcasting towers. Additionally, any existing telecommunications or broadcasting equipment installed before January 1, 2023, must be replaced with equipment manufactured in the United States and installed by a U.S.-based company. The bill also allows for inspections of all telecommunications and broadcasting equipment without prior notice to ensure compliance and to remove any unauthorized monitoring, jamming, or interception devices.

The bill defines key terms such as "Chinese Communist Party," "company," and "military base," providing clarity on the entities affected by the legislation. It includes a comprehensive list of military bases in South Carolina that fall under the bill's jurisdiction. The act is set to take effect upon approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
12/05/2024: 27-1-80
Latest Version: 27-1-80
12/06/2024: 27-1-80