The bill S. 960 aims to amend the South Carolina Code of Laws by introducing new definitions and disclosure requirements related to election communications and independent expenditure committees. Specifically, it adds definitions for "election communication," which encompasses various forms of paid advertisements and communications aimed at supporting or opposing candidates or ballot measures, and "independent expenditure committee," which refers to groups engaging in election communications exceeding $500 during an election cycle.

Additionally, the bill establishes detailed disclosure requirements for independent expenditure committees regarding contributions and expenditures related to election communications. These requirements include reporting the identities and contributions of individuals who donate $1,000 or more, detailing expenditures made, and ensuring that all election communications clearly display the committee's name and address. The bill mandates that these disclosures be filed with the State Ethics Commission in alignment with existing campaign reporting schedules and requires committees to maintain records for four years.

Statutes affected:
02/26/2026: 8-13-1300, 8-13-1375
Latest Version: 8-13-1300, 8-13-1375