South Carolina House moves to simplify hospital expansion rules
The South Carolina House approved a bill by 103 to 1 to ease Certificate of Need rules, enabling easier hospital and facility expansion and potentially ending the oversight program in 2018. Debate centers on whether the program controls costs or hampers needed beds, with Gov. Haley skeptical and the Supreme Court affirming ongoing administration despite funding gaps.
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Bond bill needed to fund South Carolina colleges
Column argues for passing a capital improvements bond bill to expand and modernize 16 state colleges. It notes a history of bonds, the financing plan without taxes, Moody's AAA rating stability, and the aim to boost workforce in STEM manufacturing IT and healthcare through updated facilities and equipment.
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Aiken hospitality tax sparks taxpayer backlash
Gary Bunker and Deedee Vaughters criticize the Aiken City Council for approving a hospitality tax on prepared foods. The plan aims to raise about 1.2 million annually for projects including a parking deck with a private hotel, while promising relief with minor license cuts. Critics argue it lowers hospitality, shifts burden to small businesses, and repeat the pattern of expanding public spending amid a tepid economy.
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Aiken Standard Seeks Signed Letters to the Editor
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