South Carolina Eyes Deep Cuts to Disability Programs
Lawmakers consider slashing nearly 26 000 disabled residents from services to cover a 560 million budget gap. Critics warn the move would force parents to quit work to care for children, with only 4 800 people in group homes or institutions eligible for federally required care. House leaders argue funds are insufficient to soften the cuts.
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