S.0098

County Auditor Qualifications

Introduced·1/14/25

Establishes qualifications for county auditors in South Carolina, including education and experience requirements.

This bill amends the South Carolina Code to add qualifications for individuals eligible to serve as county auditors. To qualify, a person must be a U.S. and South Carolina citizen, a qualified elector of the applicable county, and possess a four-year bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or economics from an accredited institution. Additionally, they must have at least four years of experience in accounting, auditing, or working in an auditor's office or as an auditor in South Carolina. The act takes effect upon approval by the Governor.

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Where it stands

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In committee
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Sponsors

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Calendar

Feb 17

3:00 PM

Senate Finance Committee

History

Mar 18

Senate

Committee report: Favorable with amendment Finance

Jan 17, 2025

Scrivener's error corrected

Jan 14, 2025

Senate

Introduced and read first time