The bill H. 4799 seeks to amend Section 44-7-170 of the South Carolina Code of Laws, specifically regarding exemptions from the Certificate of Need (CON) requirements. The primary change introduced by this bill is the provision that veterans homes owned or operated by the Department of Veterans' Affairs will no longer require a Certificate of Need. This amendment aims to streamline the process for establishing and operating veterans homes, thereby facilitating better access to care for veterans in South Carolina.

In addition to the new provision for veterans homes, the bill retains existing exemptions under the CON regulations, which include the construction of new hospitals in counties without one, hospitals operated by the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, and federal hospitals. The bill is set to take effect upon approval by the Governor, reflecting a legislative effort to enhance healthcare services for veterans while maintaining certain regulatory frameworks for other healthcare facilities.

Statutes affected:
12/17/2025: 44-7-170
Latest Version: 44-7-170