Hodges Threatens Veto Over Grocery Sale Tax Cut
South Carolina Governor Jim Hodges warned he would veto any budget provision that chops grocery sales taxes costing more than 300 million dollars over five years. House Republicans touted 334 million dollars in education funding, while negotiations stalled between GOP House and Democratic Senate leaders over the state budget.
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Bill expands burden on drunken driving defendants in state
Columbia House approves a per se drunk driving bill by 105 to 1, enabling prosecutors to presume intoxication at 0.10 percent BAC. The measure limits defense challenges to test accuracy, removes some sobriety tests, and moves toward final passage after minor differences with the Senate are resolved. Critics warn more arrests and uncertain results for defendants.
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South Carolina lawmakers debate campaign finance reform and reporting
A conference committee struggles to finish a reform bill before a Thursday session end and a looming November election. Sen. Tom Moore proposes a task force for comprehensive reform, while Rep. Doug Smith supports tightening disclosures on soft money and large contributions.
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