Addition of US Space Force
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Overview
This bill amends South Carolina law to include members of the United States Space Force within the definitions of ‘Members of the Armed Forces of the United States’ as used in several state election codes. Specifically, it updates sections related to absentee voting, the Uniform Military and Overseas Voters Act, definitions of absences in military service, and the Military Parent Equal Protection Act to ensure consistent definitions across all branches of the military.
Key provisions
- Updates Section 7-15-310 to include members of the United States Space Force in the definition of ‘Members of the Armed Forces of the United States’.
- Modifies Section 7-15-610 to align definitions with the inclusion of the Space Force.
- Adjusts Section 8-7-10 to broaden the definition of ‘Military service’ to encompass the Space Force.
- Revises Section 63-5-910 to clarify the definition of ‘military service’ for military parents.
- Specifies that the changes take effect upon Governor approval.
Who is affected
- Members of the United States Space Force
- Voters in South Carolina
- State election officials
- Military personnel and their families
Notable changes
- Expands the definition of ‘Members of the Armed Forces of the United States’ to encompass the Space Force.
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