The bill S. 668 proposes an amendment to Section 54-3-10 of the South Carolina Code of Laws, which pertains to the membership of the State Ports Authority's Board. The key change introduced by this bill is the requirement that at least one of the nine voting members appointed by the Governor must be a resident of Berkeley, Charleston, or Dorchester County. This amendment aims to ensure that the board includes representation from the local communities that are directly impacted by the operations of the ports.

The bill is currently under consideration in the Senate Committee on Transportation and is set to take effect on December 31, 2026, if passed. The overall goal of this legislative change is to enhance local representation on the board, thereby potentially improving the governance and decision-making processes of the South Carolina State Ports Authority.

Statutes affected:
05/08/2025: 54-3-10
Latest Version: 54-3-10