The bill H. 4254 seeks to amend Section 59-59-120 of the South Carolina Code of Laws, which governs the activities of school guidance counselors and career specialists. The amendment clarifies that these professionals are to limit their activities strictly to guidance and counseling, explicitly prohibiting them from performing administrative tasks. Additionally, it introduces a provision that allows the State Department of Education to withhold up to five percent of a school district's aid to classroom appropriation for the fiscal year if the State Board of Education, upon the recommendation of the State Superintendent of Education, finds that the district is in violation of this section.

This legislative change aims to ensure that guidance counselors and career specialists can focus on their primary roles without being burdened by administrative duties, thereby enhancing the support they provide to students. The bill will take effect upon approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
03/27/2025: 59-59-120
Latest Version: 59-59-120