Advocacy

Legislative Update – May 2, 2023 May 2, 2023 Colleen Dick We’re counting down to the last few days of the legislative year with updates on school vouchers, workforce development tax credits, and hospital CON legislation. Find details and the current status of each of these bills below. Read more here about specific bills mentioned…

Legislative Update – April 25, 2023 April 25, 2023 Colleen Dick Things are winding down in Columbia but we have a quick update on the Senate’s version of a budget, funding for critical workforce needs, and bills that could impact educators and available scholarships funds. Also, an accidental meet & greet with Mac McMaster. Find…

Legislative Update – April 4, 2023 April 5, 2023 Colleen Dick Let’s talk Income Tax Credits, Tax Filing Changes, and Education Reform! This week’s update is provided by Mark Pursley, our Director of Programs & External Affairs. Find details and the current status of each of these bills below. Read more here about specific bills…

Legislative Update – March 27, 2023 March 28, 2023 Colleen Dick Here’s your weekly update from Columbia including progress on the State budget and an amendment to the Apprentice Income Tax Credit for business. We also have news about the Forced Standards Act, the Craft Beer Economic Development Act, and the Alien Land Ownership Act.…

Legislative Update – March 21, 2023 March 21, 2023 Colleen Dick On this week’s Taking Care of Business we have an approved State budget, including increases for public schools and their teachers.  Also this week is a new bill related to tax liability for corporate entities, the Apprentice Income Tax Credit bill, and an update…

Legislative Update – March 14, 2023 March 14, 2023 Colleen Dick Dean Faile is back with an update from Columbia! This week’s summary includes plans to address infrastructure needs related to the Scout Motors plant, a budget proposal from the House Ways & Means Committee, and an update on the status of the Clementa C.…