The bill S. 1163 aims to establish a comprehensive framework for the selection and oversight of delegates representing South Carolina at an Article V Amendment Convention. It introduces a new Article 29 to Chapter 1, Title 1 of the South Carolina Code, detailing the roles and responsibilities of delegates, the process for their appointment, and the qualifications they must meet. Key provisions include the requirement for delegates to be U.S. citizens, residents of South Carolina for at least five years, and to have no recent felony convictions or federal lobbying experience. The bill also mandates that delegates be appointed through a concurrent resolution passed by a majority of both the Senate and House of Representatives, and it stipulates that the General Assembly must maintain an odd number of delegates.

Additionally, the bill outlines the authority and limitations of the delegates, including a prohibition against voting for changes to the convention rule that each state has one vote and against supporting amendments that would alter individual liberties as defined in the Constitution. It establishes an advisory committee to oversee the delegates, which consists of members appointed by the Senate and House leadership. The bill also includes provisions for the recall of delegates, the execution of an oath of office, and the consequences for exceeding their authority, including potential felony charges. The act will take effect upon the Governor's approval.