The bill H. 5683 aims to amend the South Carolina Code of Laws by establishing new congressional election districts and repealing the previous section that outlined the former districts. Specifically, it introduces Section 7-19-35, which delineates the state into seven congressional districts for the election of U.S. House representatives. Additionally, the bill repeals Section 7-19-45, which previously governed the election districts from which members of the U.S. House were elected.

Furthermore, the bill includes provisions for members of boards, commissions, or committees who may be affected by changes in district composition. It allows these members to continue serving their terms even if their residency is transferred to a different district due to the new districting. However, it mandates that an additional member be appointed from the district that loses a resident member, ensuring representation until the term of the transferred member expires. The act will take effect upon the Governor's approval.

Statutes affected:
05/07/2026: 7-19-35, 7-19-45
05/13/2026: 7-19-35, 7-19-45
05/15/2026: 7-19-35, 7-19-45
05/18/2026: 7-19-35, 7-19-45
05/19/2026: 7-19-35, 7-19-45
05/20/2026: 7-19-35, 7-19-45
05/20/2026-A: 7-19-35, 7-19-45
Latest Version: 7-19-35, 7-19-45