H4809

Digital forms of identification

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

South Carolina H4809 regulates digital forms of identification, prohibiting public entities from requiring them and limiting data collection and.

South Carolina H4809 amends the state code to regulate digital forms of identification. Public entities are prohibited from requiring individuals to obtain or maintain digital forms of identification, and they cannot take actions based solely on personal data. Personal data can only be collected with written consent and cannot be sold or transferred without the individual's permission. Private entities may offer digital forms of identification but must also provide physical alternatives.

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Education and Public Works Committee
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History

Jan 13

House

Introduced and read first time

Jan 13

House

Referred to Committee on Education and Public Works

Dec 16, 2025

House

Prefiled