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 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 Department of Social Services' authority to implement these regulations. The proposed amendments are designed to ensure that individuals involved in the adoption process are adequately qualified, thereby supporting the Department's mission in child welfare. The drafting of these regulations was publicly announced in the State Register on June 28, 2024.