Budget battles loom over prisons police and schools
South Carolina lawmakers prepare to debate a $5.7 billion budget described as a chaos plan by Gov. Mark Sanford. The proposal risks prison closures and teacher layoffs while funding shifts hinge on federal stimulus cash and Medicaid matching money. Capitals safety costs rise as a Capitol Police force may replace trooper duties.
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South Carolina lawmakers push hunting and fishing rights amendment
The South Carolina House approved a constitutional amendment proposal by 106 to 1 to let voters decide whether hunting and fishing rights should be protected in the state constitution. It needs one more floor vote before moving to the Senate with leaders noting the measure aims to guard sports against future antigun restrictions.
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