The bill S. 484 aims to amend Section 4-9-36 of the South Carolina Code of Laws, which pertains to the duties of county public library boards of trustees. The primary focus of the amendment is to revise the qualification and credential requirements for chief librarians and other library staff. Specifically, the bill stipulates that while a chief librarian must meet the certification requirements set by the State Library Board, county library boards are prohibited from requiring or favoring candidates who are certified by the American Library Association or possess a master's degree from an ALA-accredited program.

This legislative change is intended to broaden the pool of candidates eligible for library positions by removing specific certification and educational requirements that may limit hiring options. The bill will take effect upon approval by the Governor, thereby allowing for immediate implementation of these revised qualifications for library staff in South Carolina.

Statutes affected:
03/25/2025: 4-9-36
Latest Version: 4-9-36