The bill, S. 495, is a joint resolution that seeks to approve regulations proposed by the Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation - Building Codes Council concerning Continuing Education for Code Enforcement Officers. Specifically, it endorses Regulation Document Number 5306, which includes amendments to R.8-150(6)(F) that limit reimbursement for continuing education to 12 hours per year for building code enforcement officers. This resolution is presented 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, thereby formalizing the new regulations for continuing education requirements for code enforcement officers in South Carolina. The legislative process for this resolution began with a Notice of Drafting published in the State Register on July 26, 2024, indicating the Council's intent to amend existing regulations.