Committee OKs spending caps bill
The South Carolina Senate Judiciary Committee unanimously approves a constitutional amendment and a bill to cap state spending. The plan limits growth to the 10 year average of tax collections about 4.5 percent and creates a stabilization fund up to 15 percent of the general fund using surplus revenue.
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Smoking ban bill in SC stalls awaiting court ruling
A bill to ban smoking in restaurants and bars across South Carolina stalls after the House Judiciary Committee returns it to subcommittee. The measure would rely on a state Supreme Court decision on whether cities can enact local bans, with lawmakers split on timing and approach as advocates warn of confusion and lawsuits.
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Liquor on Election Day bill moves to Senate floor
COLUMBIA AP reports a bill to allow liquor sales on Election Day advances to the Senate floor after the Senate Judiciary Committee approved it 16 to 0. Senator Greg Gregory notes polling places once shared spaces with liquor sellers, while Lancaster Republican says changes reflect current practice with restaurants and bars open on voting day.
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Highway to honor fallen Charleston firefighters
A coastal highway segment will be named to honor nine Charleston firefighters who were killed in a June 18 furniture store blaze. Local officials announced the dedication as a tribute to the firefighters who perished.
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Lawmakers Name Charleston Nine Memorial Highway
State lawmakers approved a bill to name a nearly four mile stretch of US Highway 17 in honor of the Charleston firefighters known as the Charleston Nine. The Post and Courier of Charleston reports the designation will apply to a highway segment in the city.
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