The South Carolina Family Caucus
Welcome
We hope this website will be a valuable tool to connect the citizens of South Carolina with the legislators who are carrying the banner for liberty, faith, and family.
Our Mission
We are a team of legislators dedicated to preserving and protecting families in South Carolina.
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Religious Liberty
We stand for the religious freedom on which our State and our nation were founded. The preamble to the South Carolina Constitution states that we are “grateful to God for our liberties….” Article I, Section 2 of our Constitution states that “[t]he General Assembly shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion or prohibiting the free exercise thereof….” Our goal is to honor our heritage of faith and preserve the promise of religious liberty for generations to come.
Faith
“…as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.” Joshua 24:15 (NIV)
First and foremost, Family Caucus members support the rights of parents, families, and churches to honor God in every area of their lives, private and public.
Family
“…the house of the righteous stands firm.” Proverbs 12:7 (NIV)
We believe the biblical design for marriage is God’s best plan for families and children—not just spiritually, but psychologically and economically. We believe that respecting traditional marriage and family values will create stronger families and a stronger South Carolina.
Life
“Before I formed you in the womb I knew you…” Jeremiah 1:5 (NIV)
We are unashamedly pro-life. We believe each child is fearfully and wonderfully made in the image of God. That’s why we’re dedicated to the preservation of all life, inside and outside the womb. The Family Caucus agrees with pro-life positions and opposes pro-choice leanings.
Healthy Influences
“…observe what the LORD your God requires: Walk in obedience to him, and keep his decrees and commands, his laws and regulations… Do this so that you may prosper in all you do and wherever you go.” 1 Kings 2:3 (NIV)
Our goal is to protect families from unhealthy influences, whether it’s addiction, pornography, prostitution, human trafficking, violence, crime, gambling, or other ugly issues that South Carolina citizens face today.
Why We Stand
Abortions performed in South Carolina, 2019
Up 8.1% from 2018 (4,646 abortions)
Arrests for Driving Under the Influence in South Carolina, 2019
Down 37.1% from 2019 (16,523 DUI arrests)
Arrests for violent crimes in South Carolina, 2019
Down 2.7% from 2018 (7,883 violent crime arrests)
Sources: Abortions | DUIs | Violent Crime
Political
Victories
2020 Year-End Press Release
Press Release 12/8/20 Members of the SC Family Caucus plan to pre-file a slate of legislation for the 2021-22 session to protect and strengthen the family. Many of these bills will be pre-filed tomorrow. The SC Family Caucus was organized in 2017 and has grown to a...
Governor McMaster Signs “Dylan’s Law”
All life is precious. On May 16th, “Dylan’s Law” was passed by SC Governor Henry McMaster. Sponsored by the Family Caucus, “Dylan’s Law” requires DHEC to test all SC newborns for Krabbe disease and two other genetic disorders. This bill is named in honor of Dylan...
Heartbeat Bill Passes SC House!
If a heartbeat is detected, a baby is protected. On April 25th, 70 SC representatives voted and passed the SC Fetal Heartbeat Protection from Abortion Act. House bill 3020, known as the “Heartbeat bill,” legally protects every unborn baby with a heartbeat, which is...
2019 Session
“I appeal to you, brothers and sisters, in the name of our LORD Jesus Christ, that all of you agree with one another in what you say and that there be no divisions among you, but that you be perfectly united in mind and thought.” 1 Corinthians 1:10 (NIV)
Our members’ affiliations may vary along political lines, but we all have two things in common: we profess Christ as our Lord and Savior, and we care deeply about South Carolina’s families.
If your Senator or Representative isn’t a member of the Family Caucus, you can use the search tools below to contact him or her with your questions and concerns.
IT STARTS WITH YOU
Is there a legal issue in your community that affects your faith or your family? Is there a state law hindering you from doing the right thing? Is there a pro-family bill that needs to be introduced or passed? You can help by emailing, calling, writing, or visiting your representative and senator and making them aware of the bill or issue.