Georgia and S C officials seek Savannah River compact
About 70 politicians, planners and natural resource experts met in Augusta to discuss a proposed Savannah River Basin Compact to govern interbasin transfers and withdrawals as Georgia and South Carolina consider future water needs. Local concerns cited over piping water to Atlanta and expanding groundwater use amid interstate tensions.
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Condon Won't Seek Prosecution of Hodges
South Carolina Attorney General Charlie Condon said Gov. Jim Hodges showed poor judgment but had no criminal intent in redirecting state funds after last year vetoes. Condon considered appointing a special prosecutor to avoid a conflict, and noted potential malfeasance in office but concluded no intent to commit crime. He spoke amid a Supreme Court ruling that Hodges overstepped by moving 28.5 million dollars from colleges to the general fund.
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State lawmakers push budget by raising fees
South Carolina lawmakers seek higher fees to cover shortfalls after two sluggish tax years. The House budget boosts the poor defendants fee to 40 dollars, while employment services tests could be charged. Courts may add a 25 dollar motion filing fee and witnesses face up to 400 dollars daily for civil case testimony.
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