The bill H. 3436 proposes an amendment to the South Carolina Code of Laws by adding Section 12-6-525, which allows married taxpayers who file a joint federal return to calculate their South Carolina income tax as if each taxpayer filed as a single taxpayer. This option is available if the cumulative tax owed by both taxpayers is less than what they would owe if they filed jointly. If they choose this method, any excess amount owed can be deducted from their joint return. The bill clarifies that this provision does not permit married taxpayers to file under a different status for South Carolina tax purposes.

Additionally, the bill defines "married" in accordance with existing definitions in South Carolina law. The proposed changes will take effect upon the Governor's approval and will apply to tax years starting after 2024. The South Carolina Department of Revenue is also authorized to create necessary regulations to implement these provisions.

Statutes affected:
12/05/2024: 12-6-525
02/05/2025: 12-6-525
Latest Version: 12-6-525
12/06/2024: 12-6-525