The bill H. 3370 proposes an amendment to the South Carolina Code of Laws, specifically Section 1-1-696, to officially recognize the Gullah language alongside English as the official languages of the state. The current legal language will be modified to state that "The English language is and the Gullah language are the official language languages of the State of South Carolina," thereby including Gullah in the designation of official languages.

This amendment aims to acknowledge and preserve the cultural heritage of the Gullah-speaking community in South Carolina. The bill will take effect upon approval by the Governor, emphasizing the state's commitment to recognizing the linguistic diversity within its population.

Statutes affected:
12/05/2024: 1-1-696
Latest Version: 1-1-696