The bill H. 4623 aims to amend the South Carolina Code of Laws by adding Section 63-7-2335, which prohibits the Department of Social Services and child-placing agencies from requiring foster parents to disclose information about firearms present in their homes. Specifically, it states that foster parents are not obligated to reveal the types of firearms they possess or to notify agencies of any changes regarding firearms. Additionally, if the department or agency obtains such information, it is restricted to only determining the presence of firearms and cannot be used for any other purpose.

The bill also establishes civil penalties for child-placing agencies that violate these provisions, with fines up to five thousand dollars for each infraction. Furthermore, it designates information about firearms in foster homes as confidential, exempting it from disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act. The act will take effect upon approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
12/17/2025: 63-7-2335
Latest Version: 63-7-2335