South Carolina senators approve redistricting plan
South Carolina lawmakers adopted a redis tricting plan despite rejecting a bid to add a black majority Senate district. The ACLU proposed 11 black majorities, while the panel advanced plan contains nine. Republican plans to merge four Democratic districts were also rejected. Senate Republicans hold 27 seats to 19 for Democrats.
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McConnell Urges S C Senators to Take Up Governor's Bill
South Carolina Senate leader Glenn McConnell asked senators to consider Gov Nikki Haley backed legislation expanding executive control over day to day state operations. He proposed amending the law to allow a Department of Administration item in the wrap up session, needing two thirds in both chambers. Haley sought a special session agenda despite a court ruling deeming it unconstitutional.
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South Carolina budget panel eyed for final compromise
Columbia The Senate finance chair said a conference committee will meet to settle a $6 billion budget with both chambers seeking a quick accord before July. Key disputes include $210 million in windfall funds and whether to boost school funding or expand a business tax break.
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