Aiken Delegation Opposes Accommodations Tax
The measure allowing local elections to implement accommodations taxes died in a 45 to 44 House vote. Aiken's entire delegation opposed it, arguing it would mainly burden poorer residents and that the tax would not significantly relieve property taxes. The bill was sent down but with a reconsideration vote, and further debate is expected next week.
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Senate Gave Second Reading To Spending Limit Amendment
The South Carolina Senate approved a second reading of a compromise constitutional spending limit amendment with a 26-5 vote led by Aiken delegates. The package blends tough limits with an override mechanism, while prior debates touched on how spending growth and state employee counts are calculated. Senators Norma Russell Nikki Setzler and Ryan Shealy weighed in on balance and flexibility as discussions continue ahead of final passage.
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Huff Files Divorce Bill Heads to House Debate
The House carried over a comprehensive divorce bill co sponsored by Rep Thomas Huff D North Augusta defining marital property and its distribution in divorce cases Debate is slated for May 13 after third reading approval next week on fiscal policy protections against exceeding the limit
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