The bill H. 3446 aims to amend Section 51-3-60 of the South Carolina Code of Laws, which pertains to the use of state park facilities by aged, blind, or disabled veterans. The amendment introduces new provisions regarding valid forms of identification that must be presented by individuals seeking to utilize these facilities free of charge. Specifically, it allows for various forms of identification, including a birth certificate, state-issued driver's license, REAL ID, valid unexpired passport, military-issued identification, or dependent identification card, to be accepted alongside the previously required Medicare card or card approved by the South Carolina Commission on Aging.

Additionally, the bill clarifies the definition of "disabled" to mean the inability to perform substantial gainful employment due to a medically-determinable impairment lasting twelve months or more. It also stipulates that veterans classified as permanently and totally disabled by the Veterans Administration can enter state parks without charge, provided they present an identification card from the county veterans affairs officer. The bill will take effect upon approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
12/05/2024: 51-3-60
Latest Version: 51-3-60