Abolish the South Carolina Arts Commission and transfer its functions to the Department of Education.

The bill abolishes the South Carolina Arts Commission and transfers its functions, powers, and duties to the South Carolina Department of Education. The Department of Education will become the official agency to receive and disburse federal funds for creative and interpretive arts programs. The bill also revises state policies regarding the arts, emphasizing cooperation with public and private entities to foster the arts. The Department of Education will report to the Governor and the legislature. The bill takes effect on January 1, 2027.

Abolish the South Carolina Arts Commission and transfer its functions to the Department of Education.

The bill abolishes the South Carolina Arts Commission and transfers its functions, powers, and duties to the South Carolina Department of Education. The Department of Education will become the official agency to receive and disburse federal funds for creative and interpretive arts programs. The bill also revises state policies regarding the arts, emphasizing cooperation with public and private entities to foster the arts. The Department of Education will report to the Governor and the legislature. The bill takes effect on January 1, 2027.