S.C. Code Ann. § 11-48-10: Legislative findings.

The General Assembly finds that:

(1) potential violations of Chapter 47 of this title, The Tobacco Escrow Fund Act, may threaten the integrity of the Tobacco Master Settlement Agreement, the financial interests of the State, and the public health; and

(2) enacting procedural enhancements may deter potential violations and promote the enforcement of The Tobacco Escrow Fund Act, safeguard the Master Settlement Agreement, the financial interests of the State, and the public health.