The bill S. 722 proposes amendments to Section 57-25-40 of the South Carolina Code of Laws, which governs the installation and maintenance of commercial advertisement benches by regional transit authorities, public transit operators, or political subdivisions. The key changes include allowing political subdivisions to install and maintain these benches, removing the requirement that benches must be located at the applicant's bus stop, and eliminating the expiration date for permits issued under this section.

Additionally, the bill maintains the provision that the Department of Transportation may issue permits for these benches, provided that the proposed locations are within the right-of-way of a public road and that applicants meet all relevant federal requirements. A permit fee of twenty-five dollars for each application remains in effect. The bill will take effect upon approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
12/10/2025: 57-25-40
Latest Version: 57-25-40