S.0416

School Expulsion

Complete·6/2/26

South Carolina S0416 mandates a one-year expulsion for students who bring firearms to school and allows for alternative education.

South Carolina S0416 amends the state code to require a one-year expulsion for students found to have brought a firearm to school. The expulsion hearing must be conducted by the district board of trustees. The expelled student can receive educational services in an alternative setting, including virtual programming. The bill also clarifies that a board may transfer a pupil within the school district and requires notification and input from the principal at the receiving school. The act takes effect upon approval by the Governor.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

98 Yea

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7 Nay

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14 Not Voting

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5 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 21

10:00 AM

House E.P.W. Full Committee

Apr 14

12:00 AM

House E.P.W. Full Committee

History

Jun 5

Effective date 05/18/26

Jun 2

Act No. 193

May 18

Signed By Governor