H5114

Human Personhood at Conception Act

Introduced·2/5/26
Introduced Text

Human Personhood at Conception Act redefines "person" to include every human being from conception, affecting homicide laws and repealing abortion.

The Human Personhood at Conception Act amends the South Carolina Code to redefine "person" to include every human being from conception. This change affects homicide offenses by extending legal protections to unborn children. The act also repeals Chapter 41, Title 44, which pertains to abortion regulations. This legislation takes effect upon approval by the Governor.

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History

Apr 15

House

Member(s) request name added as sponsor: Willis

Mar 31

House

Member(s) request name added as sponsor: Lawson

Mar 25

House

Member(s) request name added as sponsor: White