The bill H. 3870 proposes to amend the South Carolina Code of Laws by adding a new section, 7-19-130, which adopts "The Agreement Among the States to Elect the President by National Popular Vote." This agreement allows states to conduct a statewide popular election for President and Vice President, with the national popular vote determining the appointment of presidential electors. The bill outlines the process for calculating the national popular vote total, designating the national popular vote winner, and certifying the appointment of electors based on this outcome. It also includes provisions for handling ties and the release of vote counts.

In addition to the new section, the bill repeals several existing sections (7-19-70, 7-19-80, 7-19-90, 7-19-100, and 7-19-120) that relate to presidential electors, effectively replacing the current system with the national popular vote framework. The agreement will take effect once a majority of states with electoral votes have enacted it, and it includes provisions for withdrawal and termination under certain conditions. The bill is set to take effect upon approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
01/30/2025: 7-19-130, 7-19-70
Latest Version: 7-19-130, 7-19-70