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The budget conferees (Sens. Leatherman, Peeler, and Setzler; Reps. Murrell Smith, Bannister, and Hayes) met this week and reached a tentative agreement on the budget. Both chambers will meet on Monday, June 21st , in general session. There are several items that will require a super majority vote (3/5 vote) in the Senate to be included as a part of the final budget. Other items we have previously reported on may be adjusted depending on funding. We will highlight some of the provisions that appear to be to locked in and will provide a more in-depth report after the General Assembly adopts... Read more
U.S. Treasury has posted a number of FAQs on the broadband provision of the Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds’ Interim Final Rule (IFR). This FAQ update provides answers to questions raised by a number of stakeholders, including county officials, on eligible areas for broadband infrastructure investment. The update clarifies that states and localities may invest in areas where not all households or businesses are unserved or underserved, as long as an objective of the... Read more
The S.C. Revenue and Fiscal Affairs Office (RFA) has published an FAQ document that provides an overview of redistricting in South Carolina. Counties are encouraged to share this informational piece with their elected officials, staff, and citizens. RFA is available to assist counties with redistricting. You can learn more about the RFA’s redistricting process... Read more
ICMA recently published an article addressing actions local governments can take to avoid ransomware attacks. Find the article on the ICMA website.Read more
Yesterday, SCAC and NACo hosted a virtual briefing on the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) for SC county officials. A recording of the briefing and the... Read more