H4616

Guarantee Banking Act

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

Guarantee Banking Act aims to ensure fairness and transparency in banking services in South Carolina.

The Guarantee Banking Act, enacted in South Carolina, aims to ensure fairness and transparency in banking services. It prohibits financial institutions from discriminating in the provision of covered financial services, which include depository accounts, money transmission, and credit. The act mandates that financial institutions provide specific reasons for adverse actions taken against customers, such as refusal to provide service or termination of service. It also allows for civil actions by those harmed by violations, with potential damages and legal fees.

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Labor, Commerce and Industry Committee
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Committee decision

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History

Jan 13

House

Introduced and read first time

Jan 13

House

Referred to Committee on Labor, Commerce and Industry

Dec 16, 2025

House

Prefiled