South Carolina moves to tax credits and recorded votes
The 11th week of the legislative session sees a bill to grant employers a 1200 annual tax credit for hiring unemployed workers, costing $94 million over two fiscal years, while a bill mandating recorded voting across the Legislature wins broad approval 110 to 1 in the House after Senate changes.
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Harvey Peeler
South Carolina
Nikki Haley
House
Haley
South Carolina Debates Incandescent Bulb Plan and Ballot Power
Lawmakers in South Carolina review the Incandescent Light Bulb Freedom Act to allow state made bulbs until 2012 2014 phase outs set by federal rules. A Senate panel discusses ballot initiatives to empower voter recalls while a safe haven expansion for infants may rise to age three.
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House panel probes plan to halt Yucca nuclear site
A House energy panel investigates the Obama administration decision to stop plans to bury spent nuclear fuel at Yucca Mountain Nevada. Reps Upton and Shimkus say withdrawal lacks scientific basis and urge pursuing a permanent disposal solution amid safety and political concerns.
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South Carolina
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Senate
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D-Nev
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