South Carolina advances private school tax credit despite costs
Budget advisers say private school tax credits would cost SC $133 million when fully implemented, yet lawmakers push the measure to the full Education Committee. The report projects a net yearly loss rising to $133.4 million in 2023 24 with fewer students in public schools. districts would lose funds initially and over time. Advocates dispute the figures, arguing more students would shift to private schools and savings to districts are uncalculated. Meanwhile, an immigration bill drops a proposed wire transfer tax on funds sent by unauthorized immigrants after opposition cites harm to businesses and families. Additionally, a 3 percent Medicaid patient care rate cut was signed into law to close a $225 million deficit, ending SC’s ban on provider fee reductions and prompting concerns from medical groups about access and rural hospital layoffs.
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lawmakers push unemployment and tax relief in South Carolina
State lawmakers debate cuts to jobless benefits from 326 to 260 weekly to spur work while Amazon tax relief for Lexington County looms unresolved. Bills target light bulbs rules, property tax breaks, driving privileges for dropouts, and a merged parks department.
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South Carolina Governor’s Family Runs $17K Grocery Bill
South Carolina's first family spent more than $17,000 on groceries at the governor’s mansion in the first 10 weeks of residency. The mansion’s tab covered food and operating costs, with alcohol valued at over $3,200 donated by a local distributor.
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