H4677

Certified crossing guards program

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

Establishes a certified school crossing guard program with training, penalties for endangering guards, and a public registry.

The bill creates a Certified Uniformed Adult School Crossing Guard Program in South Carolina. It mandates training, background checks, uniforms, and continuing education for guards. Motorists must obey their traffic control signals. Penalties include fines, imprisonment, license suspension, and restitution for endangering or injuring guards. The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division maintains a public registry of certified guards and coordinates with school districts and law enforcement. The Department of Public Safety collects and publishes data on incidents involving crossing guards.

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Education and Public Works Committee
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Committee decision

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History

Jan 21

House

Member(s) request name added as sponsor: Teeple

Jan 13

House

Introduced and read first time

Jan 13

House

Referred to Committee on Education and Public Works