The bill H. 4258 introduced in the South Carolina General Assembly seeks to amend the state's Code of Laws by adding a new section, 44-55-35, which explicitly prohibits the fluoridation of drinking water supplies. This prohibition applies to all public water systems within South Carolina, preventing them from adding any chemical compounds that contain the fluoride ion, such as sodium fluoride, sodium silicofluoride, and hydrofluorosilic acid.

If enacted, this legislation would take effect immediately upon approval by the Governor. The bill reflects a growing concern among certain groups regarding the health implications of fluoridation in drinking water and aims to eliminate the practice statewide.

Statutes affected:
03/27/2025: 44-55-35
Latest Version: 44-55-35