How Does DPH Develop Regulations? | South Carolina Department of Public Health

Hurricane Helene: Public Health Department Closures

Our public health departments' hours of operation may be affected by power and staffing outages. This means that some closures may not appear on the state government office delays and closings map. The health and safety of our employees and our clients remains our highest priority. We are working to get services restored as safely and quickly as possible.

Learn more about DPH's role with hurricanes, floods, and weather emergencies.

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The South Carolina Department of Public Health (“DPH” or “Department”) develops regulations in accordance with the South Carolina Administrative Procedures Act (“APA”), S.C. Code Section 1-23-10 et seq. Regulation Development actions include promulgating new regulations, amending existing regulations, and repealing existing regulations. The Department does not promulgate regulations conflicting with or exceeding its authority as prescribed by governing law.