South Carolina Code of Regulations
Chapter 52 - STATE ETHICS COMMISSION
Article 6 - STATEMENT OF ECONOMIC INTERESTS AND CONTRACT DISCLOSURE FORMS
Section 52-605 - Approval for Out-of-State Expenses

A. If out of state expenses are incurred by a public official or public employee for speaking before a public or private group prior written approval for the payment or reimbursement must be obtained from the appropriate approving official prior to incurring the expense or receiving reimbursement.

B. A copy of the written approval for out of state expenses must be attached to the Statement of Economic Interests.

C. If the official or employee does not file a Statement of Economic Interests, the approval must be maintained by the approving official.

D. Failure to report as provided herein may result in the assessment of a late filing penalty.