South Carolina Budget Hinges on Small Biz Tax Break
A budget stalemate centers on a small business tax cut by House Republicans, who threaten to block the $6.6 billion spending plan until the tax relief is agreed. The House favors a 2 percent to 3 percent rate cut on profits, while the Senate proposes a phased $15 million start, amid broader disputes over raises and local aid.
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Columbia
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Ways and Means
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Ex-South Carolina trooper sentenced for marijuana case
Kurt Steffen, a former South Carolina Highway Patrol trooper from Summerville, received a five year prison term and four years supervised release. He admitted growing and transporting marijuana from 2008 on a Ridgeville five acre site where more than 300 plants were found.
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NLRB targets ruling on union notices posting
The National Labor Relations Board appeals a ruling on whether private employers can be required to post notices about workers rights to join or form a union. The appeal challenges a judge’s finding that the rule exceeds federal powers, with support from business chambers.
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National Labor Relations Board
David Norton
U.S. Chamber of Commerce
State Chamber of Commerce
National Labor Relations Act
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