South Carolina House wraps budget with new fees
The South Carolina House completed a $5.1 billion budget avoiding general tax increases while adding $37.4 million in new or increased fees to cover deficits. A $25 traffic-surcharge funds law enforcement and criminal justice agencies, with renewals for alcohol licenses rising to fund underage drinking programs.
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Senate DUI bill drops immediate license revocation
A Senate bill to lower the legal blood alcohol limit to 0.08 percent omits an immediate license revocation provision. Senator Larry Martin said compromise on revocation was needed to gain support, despite federal pressure threatening highway funding and incentives for South Carolina.
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