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H 5363

Department of Transportation Pavement Preservation Program

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Thomas Beach and 10 co-sponsors

H 5363 establishes South Carolina's pavement preservation program to maintain road surfaces cost-effectively through preventive treatments rather than full reconstruction.

Member(s) request name added as sponsor: D.Mitchell, Burns, Terribile, Chumley
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Bill Summary · H 5363

Legislative bill overview

H 5363 establishes or modifies South Carolina's Department of Transportation (SCDOT) Pavement Preservation Program, which focuses on maintaining and extending the lifespan of existing road surfaces rather than major reconstruction. The bill was introduced in March 2026 and is currently under review by the Ways and Means Committee, with additional sponsors joining in April 2026.

Why is this important

Pavement preservation programs are cost-effective approaches to road maintenance—preventive treatments like seal coating and chip sealing cost significantly less than full road reconstruction while reducing overall infrastructure deterioration. The bill's focus on preservation versus new construction reflects broader fiscal priorities around maintaining South Carolina's existing transportation network within budget constraints.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding allocation: Whether pavement preservation receives adequate dedicated funding versus competing transportation priorities like new infrastructure projects or bridge repairs
  • Geographic equity: How preservation funds are distributed across urban, suburban, and rural areas, with potential disputes over which regions receive priority treatment
  • Performance standards: Defining measurable outcomes and accountability metrics for the program to ensure taxpayer money effectively extends road life rather than funding ineffective treatments

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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