The bill, S. 498, is a joint resolution introduced in the South Carolina Senate to approve regulations proposed by the Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation concerning fee schedules and biennial adjustments. Specifically, it pertains to Regulation Document Number 5349, which outlines changes to the fees associated with certain boards and commissions as detailed in Chapter 10 of the South Carolina Code of Regulations. The resolution indicates that these regulations have been submitted to the General Assembly in accordance with Article 1, Chapter 23, Title 1 of the South Carolina Code of Laws.

Upon approval by the Governor, this joint resolution will take effect, allowing the Department to implement the proposed adjustments to the fee schedules. The initiative aims to ensure that the fees remain current and reflective of the services provided by the various boards and commissions under the Department's jurisdiction. The drafting of these regulations was first announced in the State Register on June 28, 2024.