The bill H. 5061 proposes to amend the South Carolina Code of Laws by adding a new section, 51-3-170, which designates coastal beaches as state parks. This designation includes the area from the high-water mark to the ocean, thereby providing a formal recognition of coastal beaches within the state's park system.

The bill is currently under consideration in the House Committee on Agriculture, Natural Resources and Environmental Affairs, having been introduced on January 28, 2026. If approved, the act will take effect upon the Governor's approval.

Statutes affected:
01/29/2026: 51-3-170
Latest Version: 51-3-170