Lobbyists Focus on a Few Key Issues in SC Legislature
A Columbia State analysis of disclosure reports shows a small set of issues driving lobbying, with electricity deregulation and managed care top spending. More than $3.4 million flowed to lawmakers in three months, including efforts on auto insurance, video poker, and the property rights act, financed largely by 342 lobbyists. Local groups say outcomes were mixed, with compromises reached on major bills.
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Columbia
Statehouse
John Ruoff
South Carolina Fair Share
Ruoff
House Republican Caucus
House Democratic Caucus
City considers indoor sports complex with city funds
The proposal would allocate 200000 for exercise and office areas to create an indoor heated six lane Olympic pool, indoor track, two classrooms, childcare and fitness facilities, an aerobic floor, free weights, cardiovascular equipment, and a rehabilitation facility. Councilors supported HRC's community work but warned against city competition with private businesses. Mayor Cavanaugh wished them well.
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HRC
Michael Anaclerio
Beverly Clyburn
Fred Cavanaugh
Memorial Day ceremony ties past to present in Aiken
Veterans and locals gathered at a Memorial Day event in Aiken reflecting on military service from the 1860s to Kuwait. Speakers urged patriotism, defense of a strong military, and honoring fallen heroes while a half mast flag and family military histories underscored the ceremony. Veterans and residents shared memories and sang patriotic songs.
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James L. Hammons
Marine Corps League
Aiken
D.C
Ed Hammons
Cavanaugh
NHC
Mary Dempsey
Barnwell
VFW
Vince Cloud
Lauren Maxwell
Henry
Hal Peck
Europe
New
Ellenton
Cecil Pinkard
Japan
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Best Chance Network
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America
Eureka Manufacturing Company
Reed & Barton
Floyd
Creene
Centre South
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Ham
Virginia
Pacific Islands
Normandy
Korea
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Kuwait
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US Air Force Reserve
North Augusta
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Ersonal Communication Solutions
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