The bill, S. 596, is a joint resolution introduced in the South Carolina Senate to approve regulations from the Department of Social Services concerning Supplemental Benefits for Adoption and Medical Assistance, specifically designated as Regulation Document Number 5315. This resolution aims to enhance the state's adoption laws by providing public supplemental benefits to facilitate the adoption of children identified by the Department as needing such support. The Department is tasked with creating regulations that align with this goal, ensuring the safety, permanency, stability, and well-being of children in the foster care system.

The resolution stipulates that the proposed regulations are approved and will take effect upon the Governor's approval. The initiative reflects South Carolina's commitment to improving adoption processes and supporting children in foster care, as outlined in the regulatory amendments to Regulation 114-4380. The Notice of Drafting for these regulations was published in the State Register on June 28, 2024, indicating the formal process of developing these regulations prior to legislative approval.