The bill H. 4166 aims to amend the South Carolina Code of Laws by adding Section 59-63-92, which mandates that all public middle and high schools in the state provide access to Levonorgestrel/Plan B, an emergency contraceptive, through school nurses or designated administrators. The legislation outlines definitions related to the medication and emergency contraception, establishes requirements for its distribution, and ensures that students can access it without needing parental consent. Schools are required to maintain a secure supply of Plan B, dispense it confidentially, and provide educational information about its use and potential risks.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for training school nurses and designated personnel on the proper administration of Plan B and mandates the State Department of Education to conduct annual reviews of the program's effectiveness. It also grants immunity from civil or criminal liability to schools and their employees for actions taken in compliance with the law, except in cases of gross negligence or willful misconduct. The requirements of this section must be fully implemented by the beginning of the 2026-2027 school year.

Statutes affected:
03/06/2025: 59-63-92
Latest Version: 59-63-92