The "Human Personhood at Conception Act" seeks to amend the South Carolina Code of Laws by redefining the term "person" in the context of homicide offenses to include every human being from the moment of conception. This is achieved by adding a new section, 16-3-8, to Article 1, Chapter 3, Title 16, which specifies that "person" or "persons" refers to every human being beginning at conception, and provides definitions for "fertilization" and "conception."

Additionally, the bill proposes the repeal of Chapter 41, Title 44, which pertains to abortion laws in South Carolina. If enacted, this legislation would significantly alter the legal framework surrounding personhood and abortion in the state, taking effect upon the Governor's approval.

Statutes affected:
02/05/2026: 16-3-8
Latest Version: 16-3-8