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South Carolina News and Info Tracker

Stay updated with "South Carolina News and Info Tracker," your go-to podcast for daily news highlights and updates. From political developments to local events, we provide the essential news you need to stay informed about what's happening in South Carolina.Copyright 2025 Inception Point Ai Política y Gobierno
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  • South Carolina Advances Major Tax Cuts and Campus Safety Measures Amid Economic Growth Initiatives

    South Carolina Advances Major Tax Cuts and Campus Safety Measures Amid Economic Growth Initiatives
    Feb 26 2026
    In South Carolina, Republican lawmakers are pushing forward aggressive tax relief measures. The Senate advanced an amended House income tax bill, slashing the top rate from six percent to 5.21 percent and aiming to phase it out entirely over time, with an estimated cost of $308.7 million to the state budget, according to South Carolina Public Radio. This follows Senate Bill 768, which boosts property tax homestead exemptions to $150,000 for seniors, delivering over half a billion dollars in relief in just days, as reported by WCIV ABC News 4. Senate Republicans hailed the moves as putting taxpayers first.

    On campus safety, the House unanimously passed a bill requiring public colleges to implement mandatory training for new students, spurred by recent deadly shootings at South Carolina State University, per South Carolina Public Radio. Other legislative wins include tougher penalties for child sexual abuse and ethics policies for school boards.

    Economically, the state launched the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Exchange by SC NEXUS and SCRA, a venture accelerator to turn energy tech from labs into startups and jobs, praised by Commerce Secretary Harry M. Lightsey III. South Carolina State University broke ground on a $54.7 million academic building, part of $200 million in campus projects by fall 2027, including a new residence hall and library. Aiken County also started a $50 million renovation of North Augusta Middle School for modern classrooms and security.

    Public health concerns linger with the measles outbreak slowing to 11 new cases last week, mostly in Spartanburg County, totaling 973 since fall, says the Department of Public Health. Vaccination drives continue amid exposures at schools and public sites.

    No major weather events have disrupted the state recently.

    Looking Ahead: Watch for House action on the tax bill, potential spring measles risks during breaks, and progress on SC State's construction boom and energy innovation projects.

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  • South Carolina Lawmakers Pass Senior Tax Relief and Small Business Cuts While Education Infrastructure Surges

    South Carolina Lawmakers Pass Senior Tax Relief and Small Business Cuts While Education Infrastructure Surges
    Feb 24 2026
    South Carolina lawmakers advanced key legislation this week amid a bustling Statehouse session. The Senate unanimously passed S.768, expanding the homestead property tax exemption for seniors 65 and older, adding up to $150,000 relief for long-term residents while imposing residency requirements to manage rapid population growth, according to South Carolina Public Radio. The House approved H.5006, the Small Business Tax Cut of 2026, exempting the first $10,000 of business personal property from county taxes for qualifying small firms, as reported by the South Carolina Policy Council and the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce.

    In business news, Coastal Precast Systems announced a $9 million investment in Laurens County for its first South Carolina plant, creating 70 jobs in precast concrete manufacturing for infrastructure projects, praised by Governor Henry McMaster and local leaders per the South Carolina Department of Commerce. Education infrastructure shines with South Carolina State University breaking ground on a $54.7 million academic building and planning expansions including a student center, ROTC facility, and Cayce campus extension set for 2027, boosting research and 50 to 70 jobs, according to university announcements and local reports.

    Controversial bills loom, including anti-trans bathroom restrictions in S.199 and H.4756, and H.4763 limiting recording of police, highlighted by the ACLU of South Carolina. The House Ways and Means Committee greenlit a $15.4 billion budget with 2% state employee raises and higher education funding. No major weather events reported.

    California Governor Gavin Newsom visited Berkeley County for Democratic events, signaling political activity.

    Looking Ahead: Today features Reproductive Health Advocacy Day, Senate hearings on trans student bills and police recording limits, and ongoing budget debates. Watch for House floor action on the budget in March and Coastal Precast's Q3 launch.

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  • South Carolina Legislature Advances Small Business Tax Cuts, Invests in Education and Economic Growth

    South Carolina Legislature Advances Small Business Tax Cuts, Invests in Education and Economic Growth
    Feb 22 2026
    South Carolina's state legislature remains active in its second regular session of the 126th General Assembly, with the Senate advancing bills on watercraft liability insurance, local school governance enhancements, foster care reviews, and protections for healthcare workers and police animals, as detailed in the February 20 Senate calendar from the South Carolina State House[2]. The House has pushed forward H.5006, the Small Business Tax Cut of 2026, exempting the first ten thousand dollars of small business income from taxes, according to the South Carolina Policy Council[11]. A proposed 15.4 billion dollar House budget emphasizes growth, allocating funds for rural school construction, a University of South Carolina neurological hospital, and half of the Medical University of South Carolinas new cancer center costs, per Charleston City Paper reports[12].

    In business news, Coastal Precast Systems announced a nine million dollar investment in Laurens County, creating 70 jobs in precast concrete for infrastructure, praised by Governor Henry McMaster and Commerce Secretary Harry M. Lightsey III[3]. South Carolina State University broke ground on a 42,000 square foot research campus in Cayce, set for 2027 opening with food safety labs, classrooms, and 50 to 70 jobs, boosting Midlands innovation as noted by city leaders[4]. The states economy thrives on incentives drawing tech, automotive, and logistics firms, with over 12,000 high wage jobs added recently[7].

    Education advances include Lexington Richland 5 schools progressing on a 240 million dollar bond for renovations, new wings at elementaries by 2026, and arts facilities, tracked via public dashboard[8]. Public health faces challenges from a measles outbreak nearing 1,000 U.S. cases, with South Carolina confirming 11 new ones to total 973, mostly unvaccinated children in Spartanburg County, per CDC and SCDPH updates[9]. Local headlines highlight a future sand mine, fresh produce initiatives in Ridgeland, and remembrance of a Beaufort principal, from WHHI-TV[1]. No major recent weather events reported.

    Looking Ahead, watch for Senate consideration of strangulation penalties and electric rate stabilization by late February, plus the St. Patricks Day Parade in the Lowcountry. The governors race heats up with voters favoring tax cuts.

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