South Carolina Economists Forecast Six Months Recession Early 2002
State economists warn of at least six months of recession with tightened spending and a slower recovery, predicting a rebound by mid 2002. They cite declines in manufacturing and retail with lingering textile job losses and cautious consumer spending as the downturn continues into next year.
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USC weighs midyear tuition hike amid budget cuts
USC Columbia considers a 4.9 percent in state tuition rise to 4158 for in state students to offset 4 percent midyear budget cuts and past 5.2 percent increase amid state funding reductions. Trustees would approve any rise, with next meeting weeks away.
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SC soldiers tax relief bill proposed for National Guard and reservists
Three South Carolina officials unveil the Citizen Soldier Tax Relief Act to exempt guardsmen and reservists from up to seven percent state income tax while on active duty. The measure targets overseas and homeland service, aiming to ease family finances as lawmakers deem the tax break minimal in cost.
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John Hawkins
Jim Klauber
Stan Spears
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