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, to students. The medication will be available through the school nurse or another designated administrator in the absence of a school nurse. The bill outlines definitions related to the medication, establishes requirements for its distribution, and ensures that students can access it without needing parental consent. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of privacy and confidentiality for students receiving the medication.

Furthermore, the bill stipulates that school personnel involved in the distribution of Plan B will receive training on its proper administration and the associated reproductive health education. It also includes provisions for the State Department of Education to oversee training, conduct annual reviews of the program's effectiveness, and maintain a confidential log of dispensed medications. Importantly, the bill provides immunity from civil or criminal liability for school entities and personnel who comply with its provisions, 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