H3138

Speed limits, minimums

Introduced·1/14/25
Introduced Text

Amends South Carolina law to set a minimum speed limit of 50 mph on highways with a maximum speed limit of 70 mph.

This bill amends South Carolina law to establish a minimum speed limit of 50 mph on highways with a maximum speed limit of 70 mph. It allows the Department of Transportation or local authorities to declare a minimum speed limit if slow speeds impede traffic, provided appropriate signs are erected. The minimum speed limit set by a municipality must be approved by the Department of Transportation. This act takes effect upon approval by the Governor.

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Education and Public Works Committee
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History

Jan 14, 2025

House

Introduced and read first time

Jan 14, 2025

House

Referred to Committee on Education and Public Works

Dec 5, 2024

House

Prefiled