In CommitteeFiled Apr 28, 2026
Sponsor: W. Newton
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Referred to Committee on Labor, Commerce and Industry
Apr 28, 2026
Summary
The bill makes it mandatory for any secondary metals recycler in South Carolina to obtain a permit from the county sheriff before purchasing non‑ferrous metals. It also forces recyclers to keep extensive transaction records, limits cash payments, and adds criminal penalties for buying or handling stolen metal. The aim is to curb metal theft and give law‑enforcement better oversight.
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