The bill H. 4382 aims to amend Section 44-53-398 of the South Carolina Code of Laws, which governs the sale of nonprescription products containing ephedrine, pseudoephedrine, or phenylpropanolamine. Key provisions include a requirement for manufacturers of these products to pay monthly fees associated with a data collection system that tracks sales and ensures compliance with regulations. Retailers are mandated to collect and transmit specific purchaser information to this system in real-time, and they must not complete a sale if a stop sale alert is generated unless they have a reasonable fear of bodily harm. Additionally, the bill establishes penalties for retailers and manufacturers who fail to comply with these regulations.

The bill also introduces penalties for violations of the amended sections, classifying certain offenses as misdemeanors with fines ranging from $500 to $10,000 depending on the number of offenses. The amendments include provisions for the confidentiality of information collected in the electronic log and immunity from civil liability for retailers who release this information to law enforcement in good faith. The act is set to take effect upon approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
04/23/2025: 44-53-398
Latest Version: 44-53-398