The bill H. 3570 aims to amend various sections of the South Carolina Code of Laws related to the disclosure of economic interests for public officials, public members, and public employees. It redefines "public member" to include individuals appointed to noncompensated part-time positions on boards, commissions, or councils, while clarifying that such members do not lose their status by receiving reimbursements. The bill introduces new responsibilities for governmental entities regarding the filing of economic interest statements, including the requirement to notify the State Ethics Commission when individuals leave their positions or are appointed to roles that require such disclosures.

Additionally, the bill modifies existing provisions to ensure that public members must file a confidential statement of economic interests prior to their appointment, and it establishes a grace period for filing initial statements after receiving notice from the State Ethics Commission. It also specifies that candidates for elective office must file their economic interest statements electronically before the close of filing for their respective offices. Overall, the bill seeks to enhance transparency and accountability in the disclosure of economic interests among public officials and related entities in South Carolina.

Statutes affected:
12/12/2024: 8-13-100, 8-13-1100, 8-13-1110, 8-13-1170, 8-13-1356
02/05/2025: 8-13-100, 8-13-1100, 8-13-1110, 8-13-1170, 8-13-1356
02/06/2025: 8-13-100, 8-13-1100, 8-13-1110, 8-13-1170, 8-13-1356
02/11/2025: 8-13-100, 8-13-1100, 8-13-1110, 8-13-1170, 8-13-1356
02/12/2025: 8-13-100, 8-13-1100, 8-13-1110, 8-13-1170, 8-13-1356
02/12/2025-A: 8-13-100, 8-13-1100, 8-13-1110, 8-13-1170, 8-13-1356
Latest Version: 8-13-100, 8-13-1100, 8-13-1110, 8-13-1170, 8-13-1356