South Carolina Code of Regulations Chapter 112 - STATE REORGANIZATION COMMISSION
Chapter 112 – State Reorganization Commission
Purpose:
The State Reorganization Commission is established to oversee, plan, and coordinate the reorganization of state government agencies to improve efficiency, reduce redundancy, and enhance service delivery. Its primary goal is to ensure that the structure of state government is modern, cost-effective, and responsive to the needs of South Carolina residents.
Key Provisions
Composition of the Commission:
The Commission typically consists of appointed members from state government, including legislators, administrative officials, and experts in public administration.
Members may include representatives from both the executive and legislative branches to maintain checks and balances.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Review existing state agencies, departments, boards, and commissions to identify inefficiencies or overlapping functions.
Develop recommendations for consolidation, restructuring, or elimination of agencies where appropriate.
Propose organizational changes to improve service delivery and reduce administrative costs.
Provide a report to the Governor and the General Assembly with recommendations for state government reorganization.
Powers of the Commission:
Conduct hearings, gather data, and analyze agency performance.
Request information from any state agency to evaluate operations.
Make recommendations for new policies, procedures, or legislation necessary to implement reorganizations.
Reporting Requirements:
The Commission must submit regular reports detailing findings, proposed changes, and potential impacts on state operations.
Reports are typically submitted to the Governor, state legislature, and relevant oversight committees.
Implementation of Recommendations:
Recommendations of the Commission do not automatically become law; they require approval by the General Assembly or executive action.
Implementation may involve statutory changes, budget adjustments, or administrative orders.
Public Participation:
The Commission may hold public hearings or solicit public input on proposed reorganizations.
Transparency in decision-making is emphasized to maintain public trust.
Significance
The Commission plays a crucial role in modernizing state government operations.
It ensures that resources are utilized efficiently, reduces redundancy across agencies, and strengthens accountability.
Acts as a mechanism for continuous review and improvement of the state’s administrative structure.
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