The bill H. 4798 aims to amend the South Carolina Code of Laws by adding a new section, 44-49-90, which defines "recovery community organization" (RCO). According to the proposed definition, an RCO is an independent, nonprofit organization that is led and governed by individuals from the local community who have personal experience with substance use disorder recovery. The bill emphasizes the role of RCOs in mobilizing resources, providing peer support, and advocating for public policies that enhance the prevalence and quality of long-term recovery from substance use and behavioral health conditions.

This legislation is currently under consideration in the House Committee on Medical, Military, Public and Municipal Affairs and will take effect upon approval by the Governor. The introduction of this definition aims to formalize the role of recovery community organizations within state law, thereby potentially improving support systems for individuals in recovery.

Statutes affected:
12/17/2025: 44-49-90
Latest Version: 44-49-90