The bill H. 5318 proposes to amend the South Carolina Code of Laws by adding Section 61-4-524, which allows the Department of Revenue to issue special permits for the purchase and sale of beer and wine for on-premises consumption at establishments outside of their normal business hours. This special permit can be obtained by the owner or their designee of an establishment already permitted to sell beer or wine. The bill stipulates that the Department may charge a fee of ten dollars per day for the permit and allows each establishment to obtain up to two special permits per month.

Additionally, the bill specifies that the issuance of this special permit enables the permit holder to purchase beer and wine from licensed wholesalers similarly to those with appropriate licenses. The Department retains the authority to set the terms and conditions of the permit in accordance with existing laws. The act will take effect upon approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
03/04/2026: 61-4-524
Latest Version: 61-4-524