The bill, S. 595, is a joint resolution introduced in the South Carolina Senate to approve regulations set forth by the Department of Social Services regarding the certification of adoption investigators and individuals obtaining consents or relinquishments. Specifically, it pertains to Regulation Document Number 5303, which outlines the necessary educational and work experience requirements for prospective adoption investigators. This initiative aims to enhance the Department's mission of ensuring the safety, permanency, stability, and well-being of children in need of foster care and adoptive placements.

Upon approval by the Governor, this joint resolution will take effect, formalizing the regulations that have been proposed by the Department of Social Services. The regulations were initially drafted and published in the State Register on June 28, 2024, and are now presented for legislative approval to ensure that the certification process for adoption investigators aligns with the Department's objectives.