The proposed bill H. 4590 aims to establish a South Carolina Purple Star School Program, which is designed to support military-connected students and their families by providing critical transition resources and recognizing schools that meet specific criteria. The bill introduces a new section, 59-46-60, to the South Carolina Code of Laws, outlining the program's goals, which include reducing the burden on military families, publicly designating schools that demonstrate commitment to supporting military-connected students, and implementing a statewide Military Student Identifier collection protocol.

The bill details an application process for schools to earn the Purple Star School designation, which requires compliance with specific criteria, including the appointment of a military liaison, professional development for faculty, the creation of a dedicated webpage for military families, and the establishment of student-led transition programs. Schools that receive the designation must display it on their websites, and the designation is valid for three years, after which schools must reapply to maintain their status. The bill also includes definitions for "military-connected student" and "school campus-based site" to clarify eligibility and scope.

Statutes affected:
12/17/2025: 59-46-60
Latest Version: 59-46-60